Blood Orange Apple Cider

Indulge in a perfectly sweet and spiced treat during the winter months. The combination of apple, spices, and blood orange makes for a delightful experience. Keep reading below for the recipe: 

Blood Orange Apple Cider Recipe

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 cups apple cider
• 1 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 2–3 blood oranges)
• 1 blood orange (sliced, for garnish)
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 whole cloves
• 1 star anise (optional)
• 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, blood orange juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise.
2. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to steam. Do not boil.
3. Taste and add honey or maple syrup if desired for additional sweetness.
4. Strain the mixture to remove the spices (optional, if you prefer a smoother drink).
5. Pour into mugs and garnish with a blood orange slice and a cinnamon stick. Serve warm.