This hot, spiked cider is one of my favorite things to serve on Thanksgiving. It doubles as a delicious post-feast nightcap and an apple-cinnamon kitchen-filling aroma that beats any holiday candle.
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[ drink that ]
steaming spiked cider from party drinks! by a.j. rathbun
serves 10
[ ingredients ]
4 quarts fresh apple cider (the cloudier the better)
16 ounces white rum
20 ounces cinnamon schnapps
1 teaspoon whole cloves
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
cinnamon sticks to taste
apple slices for garnish
[ directions ]
1. Pour the cider into a large nonreactive saucepan, turn the heat to medium, and let cider warm for about 5 minutes.
2. Add the remaining ingredients except the garnish, Bring the heat up to just below boiling, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. You want it piping warm, but not so hot that it burns a guest’s mouth.
3. Ladle into large heatproof mugs, adding a cinnamon stick or two to each mug, and an apple slice, if desired.
What’s your favorite drink to sip on ’round the Thanksgiving table?
Alex Hubbard (@AlexHubbard) says
I’ve been lusting after those boots forever. Is it time to bite the bullet?
Salem Style says
Spiked cider is one of the best holiday drinks 🙂
Always Maylee says
I will live vicariously through you on this one, enjoy an extra one for me! 🙂
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
annie says
YUM! Looks delish…and I’m loving that outfit it inspired lady 🙂
Annie
The Other Side of Gray
tulleandtrinkets says
Mmm, sounds like a great drink for the slow cooker! Also, love that dress!
Lauren says
Love the drink recipe!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
Jacqueline says
This looks delicious!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Jen says
Yum! Apple cider spiked or otherwise is one of my all time favorite fall drinks! Perfect just in time for Thanksgiving!
xo jen
Pearls & Lace