Best 8 Spiced Hard Cider Punch Recipes
Welcome to the world of spiced hard cider punch, a delightful and festive beverage that's perfect for any gathering. Whether you're celebrating a holiday, hosting a party, or simply looking for a cozy drink to warm you up on a cold night, this magical concoction is sure to become a favorite. Crafted with a blend of hard cider, seasonal spices, and a hint of sweetness, spiced hard cider punch is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and put a smile on your face. So gather your ingredients, invite your friends and family, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling merry and bright!
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WARM SPICED CIDER PUNCH
This is a nice warm-up punch. I like to serve it when there is a nip in the air. The aroma of the apple cider, orange juice and spices is wonderful as the punch simmers in the slow cooker. -Susan Smith, Forest, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 4h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the apple cider, water, orange juice concentrate, nutmeg and ginger. Place cloves and cinnamon sticks on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Place bag in slow cooker. , Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until heated through. Remove and discard spice bag. Garnish with orange slices and additional cinnamon sticks if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SPICED CIDER PUNCH
I've shared this recipe with many friends. It never wears out its welcome and is so easy to make. It's also delicious warm. -Charles Piatt, Little Rock, Akansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings (about 3-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place sugar, spices and 1 cup cider in a saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in juice concentrate until melted., Transfer to a large pitcher. Stir in remaining cider. Refrigerate, covered, until cold., To serve, pour cider mixture into a punch bowl. Stir in ginger ale. If desired, garnish with orange slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CIDER PUNCH
Steps:
- Combine 4 cups apple cider, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 whole cloves and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Halve 1 orange; squeeze the juice into the pan and add the peels. Bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat and let steep 10 to 15 minutes. Strain into a pitcher and add 3/4 cup apple brandy or bourbon. Chill at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve in tall glasses on the rocks or reheat and serve warm in punch mugs. Garnish with orange slices.
SPICY SPIKED CIDER
Served warm or on ice, our spicy spiked cider with rum and apple cider is a fall cocktail crowd-pleaser.
Provided by Inspired Taste
Categories Beverage
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For Cinnamon-Sugar Rim, in small bowl, mix sugar and ground cinnamon. Pour onto plate; set aside.
- In 3-quart saucepan, place cloves, cinnamon sticks and star anise. Cook over medium heat 1 minute or until lightly toasted. Add apple cider and orange juice; simmer 10 minutes (do not boil). Cool completely.
- Meanwhile, lightly moisten rim of each of 4 mugs or glasses. Invert mugs into cinnamon-sugar; twist until rim has been evenly coated.
- Add rum to cooled cider; strain to remove spices. Place ice in mugs; ladle cider over ice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
WARM AND SPICY AUTUMN PUNCH
The aroma of this punch tells you that fall is in the air. Make a batch, and your home will have a fragrance that will alert anyone's sense of smell.
Provided by Michele O'Sullivan
Categories Drinks Recipes Punch Recipes Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Stud the whole oranges with cloves, and bake for 30 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, combine the apple juice and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the nutmeg, honey, lemon juice, and pineapple juice.
- Serve hot in a punch bowl with the 2 clove-studded baked oranges floating on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 5.1 mg, Sugar 20 g
CHAI-SPICED CIDER PUNCH
This great recipe for chai-spiced cider punch is from the October 2006 issue of Martha Stewart Living.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring spices, ginger, syrup, and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 8 to 10 minutes. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Strain, and discard solids.
- Stir together spiced syrup and apple cider in a pitcher, and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour. Pour spiced cider into punch bowl; stir in seltzer.
WARM CIDER AND RUM PUNCH
For a fun and festive holiday gathering, make this crowd-pleasing spiked punch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot, combine apple cider, apple slices, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and ginger. Bring to a boil over high; reduce to a simmer and cook 5 minutes. (Keep warm over low, up to 2 hours.) Remove from heat and stir in rum. Transfer to a punch bowl; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 g
HOT SPIKED CIDER
A 'spiked' version of the traditional hot cider - great for fall or holiday gatherings. This can be made in large quantities and kept warm in an electric coffee server.
Provided by debmallonee
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Rum Drinks Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour water into a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and toss in the orange spice tea bags. Cover and let steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and stir in sugar, apple cider, rum, and 2 of the cinnamon sticks. Heat just to steaming -- do not boil.
- Ladle hot cider into 6 mugs and drop 1/2 teaspoon butter into each. Garnish with a cinnamon "swizzle" stick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 34 mg, Sugar 27.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cider: For the best flavor, use a hard cider that is dry and has a slightly tart flavor. Avoid ciders that are too sweet or too alcoholic.
- Infuse the cider with spices: To give your punch a unique flavor, infuse the cider with spices such as cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. You can do this by simmering the spices in the cider for a few minutes or by using a spice bag.
- Add some sweetness: If you find that your punch is too tart, you can add some sweetness by adding honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Garnish your punch: To make your punch look more festive, garnish it with slices of orange, lemon, or lime. You can also add a sprig of rosemary or mint for a touch of freshness.
- Serve your punch chilled: For the best flavor, serve your punch chilled. You can either chill it in the refrigerator for a few hours or serve it over ice.
Conclusion:
Spiced hard cider punch is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and flavorful drink, give spiced hard cider punch a try!
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