Citrus Free Fresh Mint Spiced Apple Cider
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and let the whole afternoon slow down. Unfiltered apple cider forms a naturally sweet, cloudy base that carries the warmth of Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and cloves beautifully — no citrus needed to make it sing. The addition of fresh mint is a genuinely inspired move; simmered low and slow, it softens into the cider and adds a cool, herbal brightness that balances all that cozy spice. Ground turmeric brings a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue that makes every mug look like something from a fancy café. A touch of honey at the end lets you dial in the sweetness exactly where you want it. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of citrus, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — just measure, simmer, and strain. Garnished with a thin apple slice and a sprig of fresh mint, it's as pretty as it is delicious.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh-pressed apple cider (unfiltered)
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 whole cloves
- 1–2 tbsp honey, to taste
For serving
- 4 thin apple slices, for serving (optional)
- 4 small fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon stick, sliced ginger, ground turmeric, and whole cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Warm, stirring once or twice, until the cider just begins to steam and small bubbles form around the edges, about 8–10 minutes — do not bring to a full boil.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low, add the fresh mint leaves, and stir to submerge them. Simmer gently for 8 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and the mint has turned a deep, slightly wilted green.
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