Best 2 Blushing Cranberry Cider Recipes

Searching for a warm and comforting beverage to enjoy during the chilly season or as a special holiday treat? Look no further than the tantalizing "Blushing Cranberry Cider." This beverage combines the vibrant tartness of cranberries with the sweet and tangy flavors of apple cider, spices, and a hint of citrus, resulting in a drink that is both festive and satisfying. Whether you prefer a non-alcoholic version or a spiked variation, the "Blushing Cranberry Cider" is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your soul.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BLUSHING CRANBERRY CIDER

Blushing Cranberry Cider image

This is a lovely hot cider...served in a warm mug and garnished with orange slices. It is a delicious treat, after spending time out in the cold.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 blood orange, blood
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice, pineapple, unsweetened
1 quart cranberry juice, red
2 cinnamon sticks, 3-inch pieces
1 piece fresh ginger, 2-inch piece, fresh, peeled and sliced lengthwise
3 whole allspice, balls (not ground)
2 cloves, whole
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, dark brown (or to taste)
4 orange slices, thin (garnish)

Steps:

Remove two, 3-inch-long strips of peel from the orange and set aside until needed.
Next juice and strain the orange.
To a medium pot, add the orange, pineapple and cranberry juices, orange peel, cinnamon sticks, ginger, allspice and cloves.
Make sure to sample and add the sugar if desired.
Heat over medium-high heat until it starts to simmer, then reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer 30 - 45 minutes.
Strain the cider, pour into warm mugs, add orange slices and serve immediately.

BLUSHING CRANBERRY CIDER

Blushing Cranberry Cider image

This is a lovely hot cider...served in a warm mug and garnished with orange slices. It is a delicious treat, after spending time out in the cold.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories Hot Drinks

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 blood orange, blood
1 c unsweetened pineapple juice, pineapple
1 qt cranberry juice, red
2 cinnamon sticks, 3-inch pieces
1 fresh ginger, 2-inch piece, fresh, peeled/sliced lengthwise
3 whole allspice, balls (not ground)
2 cloves, whole
2 Tbsp dark brown sugar (or to taste)
4 slice orange slices, (garnish)

Steps:

1. Remove two, 3-inch-long strips of peel from the orange and set aside until needed.
2. Next juice and strain the orange.
3. To a medium pot, add the orange, pineapple and cranberry juices, orange peel, cinnamon sticks, ginger, allspice and cloves.
4. Make sure to sample and add the sugar if desired.
5. Heat over medium-high heat until it starts to simmer, then reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer 30 - 45 minutes.
6. Strain the cider, pour into warm mugs, add orange slices and serve immediately

Tips:

To make the simple syrup, stir equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
For a sparkling cider, use a bottle of sparkling apple cider or champagne instead of still cider.
Garnish the cider with fresh cranberries, orange slices, or cinnamon sticks for a festive touch.
Serve the cider warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Make sure to use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
If you don't have a cider press, you can use a juicer to extract the juice from the cranberries.
You can also use store-bought cranberry juice if you don't have fresh cranberries.
Be sure to chill the cider for at least 2 hours before serving.
Garnish the cider with a sprig of rosemary or a cinnamon stick for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

Cranberry cider is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The tartness of the cranberries is balanced by the sweetness of the simple syrup, making it a drink that is both flavorful and refreshing. So next time you are looking for a festive and delicious drink, be sure to try cranberry cider.