Best 9 Hot Spiced Cherry Cider Recipes

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Hot spiced cherry cider is a warm and comforting drink perfect for a cold winter's day. With its tart and tangy flavor, this delightful beverage is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Whether you are looking for a festive drink to serve at a holiday party or simply want to enjoy a cozy evening by the fire, hot spiced cherry cider is a perfect choice. With its easy-to-follow recipe and delicious flavor, it's no wonder why this cider is a beloved favorite among many.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHERRY CIDER



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This nicely spiced, simmered beverage is so warming. For a special holiday accent, garnish the mugs using maraschino cherries and a sliced orange.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups apple cider or juice
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
3 whole cloves
3 whole allspice
1 cinnamon stick
1 orange peel strip (1 to 3 inches)
6 maraschino cherries
6 orange slices

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cider and juices. Place the cloves, allspice, cinnamon stick and orange peel on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Add to the pan., Bring to a simmer over medium heat (do not boil). Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Discard spice bag. Serve cider warm in mugs; garnish with cherries and orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT SPICED CHERRY CIDER



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This slow cooker cider is so nice to sip after being out in the cold. -Marlene Wiczek, Little Falls, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h5m

Yield 4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 gallon apple cider or juice
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
2 packages (3 ounces each) cherry gelatin

Steps:

  • Place cider in a 6-qt. slow cooker; add cinnamon sticks. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours. Stir in gelatin; cook 1 hour longer. Discard cinnamon sticks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY CIDER



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Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. If desired, float a fresh lemon slice in each cup.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider
6 cups cranberry juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 ½ teaspoons whole cloves
1 lemon, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove cinnamon, cloves, and lemon slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 4.6 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

HOT SPICED CIDER



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This recipe uses an automatic coffee maker to brew the cider. If you don't own one, heat it in a slow cooker or a saucepan over medium heat on the stovetop. Grab your mugs and dive into this hot drink! Clean your coffee maker according to the manufacturer's instructions before using for coffee again.

Provided by Sara

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 large orange, quartered with peel
2 quarts apple cider

Steps:

  • Place filter in coffee basket, and fill with brown sugar, allspice, cloves, cinnamon stick, salt, nutmeg, and orange wedges. Pour apple cider into coffee pot where the water usually goes. Brew, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 51.5 mg, Sugar 18.8 g

HOT SPICED CHERRY CIDER (CROCK POT)



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Make and share this Hot Spiced Cherry Cider (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mindi Bunch

Categories     Beverages

Time 4h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 1/2 quarts apple cider
2 cinnamon sticks
2 (3 ounce) packages cherry gelatin

Steps:

  • Mix cider and cinnamon sticks in crock pot.
  • Heat on high 3 hours.
  • Stir in gelatin.
  • Keep on high 1 hour more and allow gelatin to dissolve.
  • Turn to low to keep warm.
  • Serve directly from crock pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.5, Fat 0.2, Sodium 28.3, Carbohydrate 10.3, Protein 6

HOT SPIKED CIDER



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 8m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 quarts apple cider
2 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
4 shots apple brandy
Mugs rimmed with sugar, orange twists, freshly grated nutmeg, or whipped cream

Steps:

  • Heat cider with cloves and cinnamon. Pour a shot of apple brandy into a mug and fill with cider.

SPICED CHERRY CIDER WITH KIRSCH CREAM



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Categories     Fruit Juice     Milk/Cream     Hot Drink     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Wedding     Cocktail     Cherry     Kirsch     Winter     Cinnamon     Clove     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cherry cider or cherry juice
2 cinnamon sticks, broken in half
15 whole cloves
2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/3 cup chilled whipping cream
5 teaspoons kirsch (clear cherry brandy)
1 2-ounce piece semisweet chocolate (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring cherry cider, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and 1 tablespoon sugar to boil in heavy large saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until spiced cider is reduced to 2 1/2 cups, about 10 minutes. Strain cider.
  • Whisk whipping cream, kirsch, and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in medium bowl to very soft peaks. Ladle cider into glass mugs and top with kirsch cream. Garnish each serving with some grated chocolate, if desired.

HOT SPICED CIDER



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Make and share this Hot Spiced Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Beverages

Time 40m

Yield 1 quart, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart apple cider
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon orange peel, grated
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
2 whole allspice
1 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a 2-3 quart pan combine cider and brown sugar over low heat until sugar dissolves.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer uncovered 20 minutes.

HOT SPICED-SPIKED CIDER RECIPE



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Celebrate the best time of the year with this Hot Spiced Spiked Cider recipe from My Food and Family. Breathe in the rich aroma of cinnamon with this drink.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Spices

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bottle (1.5 L) apple juice
2 cups water
1 cup bourbon
1/4 cup COUNTRY TIME Starter Half Lemonade & Half Iced Tea Drink Mix
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
5 whole cloves
1 star anise

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large saucepan.
  • Bring to boil, stirring frequently; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat. Let stand 10 min.
  • Use slotted spoon to remove cinnamon sticks, cloves and anise from pan; discard.
  • Ladle prepared cider into 9 mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 25 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 34 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries will give your cider the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • Choose a good quality apple cider: The apple cider you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your finished cider. Look for a cider that is made with fresh apples and that has a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Don't boil the cider: Boiling the cider will make it lose its flavor. Instead, heat it gently over low heat until it is just simmering.
  • Add the spices gradually: Start with a small amount of spices and add more to taste. You can always add more spices, but it is difficult to remove them if you add too much.
  • Let the cider steep for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors of the spices to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the cider warm: Hot spiced cherry cider is best served warm, but you can also serve it chilled.

Conclusion:

Hot spiced cherry cider is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting drink, give hot spiced cherry cider a try. You won't be disappointed!

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