Eggless Fresh Mint Spiced Apple Cider
There is something deeply comforting about a mug of spiced cider that smells like a fall afternoon and tastes even better than it looks. This version layers Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, whole cloves, and a whisper of turmeric into unfiltered apple cider, then finishes with a handful of fresh mint that blooms into something floral and unexpected. The slow, gentle warming process — never a rolling boil — keeps the cider bright and the spices balanced rather than harsh or bitter. A drizzle of honey at the end lets you dial in exactly the sweetness you want, making it easy to customize for a crowd or just for yourself on a quiet evening. Naturally free of eggs and any animal-derived additives beyond the optional honey, this is one of those drinks where the ingredient list does all the heavy lifting. Straining everything through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a beautifully clear, jewel-toned cup that looks as polished as anything from a café. Tuck in a thin apple slice and a sprig of fresh mint, and you have a drink that is genuinely hard to stop sipping.
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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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