Best Warm Citrus Cider Recipes

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CITRUS APPLE CIDER



Citrus Apple Cider image

I really enjoy this hot cider because it has a citrus tang unlike other recipes I've tried. Not only do I like the flavor combination, but I love the aroma it adds to my home. -Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1.4 teaspoons whole cloves
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Strain, discarding cinnamon sticks and cloves. Serve warm; garnish with additional cinnamon sticks if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CITRUS CIDER PUNCH



Citrus Cider Punch image

I share this refreshing punch recipe with people who visit our apple cider mill. It's perfect for autumn and holiday gatherings. -Carolyn Beck, St Johns, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 19 servings (4-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 gallon apple cider, chilled
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 medium lemon, sliced
4 spiced apple rings

Steps:

  • In a large punch bowl, combine cider and lemonade. Add lemon slices and apple rings. If desired, serve with additional lemon slices and apple rings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT APPLE CIDER



Hot Apple Cider image

Nothing beats a mug of hot cider on a cold winter day. This recipe is great as it calls for fresh apple cider and pure maple syrup. Start with only 6 strips each of the orange and lemon peel, and adjust to taste.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups apple cider
ΒΌ cup real maple syrup
2 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
6 whole allspice berries
1 orange peel, cut into strips
1 lemon peel, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Pour the apple cider and maple syrup into a large stainless steel saucepan.
  • Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel and lemon peel in the center of a washed square of cheesecloth; fold up the sides of the cheesecloth to enclose the bundle, then tie it up with a length of kitchen string. Drop the spice bundle into the cider mixture.
  • Place the saucepan over moderate heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cider is very hot but not boiling.
  • Remove the cider from the heat. Discard the spice bundle. Ladle the cider into big cups or mugs, adding a fresh cinnamon stick to each serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 29.4 mg, Sugar 33.9 g

VANILLA CITRUS CIDER



Vanilla Citrus Cider image

My mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think it hits the spot! The longer the cider simmers, the stronger the flavors will be.-Kristin Weglarz, Bremerton, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups apple cider or juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine apple cider, brown sugar, orange juice concentrate and salt. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with a string. Add to pan., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Discard spice bag. Stir in vanilla. If desired, serve with orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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