Low Sodium Hibiscus-Lime Spiced Apple Cider
Warm, jewel-toned, and layered with flavor, this spiced cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like an occasion. Dried hibiscus flowers steep alongside Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and whole cloves, turning simple unfiltered apple cider into a deep ruby elixir that smells incredible from the moment it hits the pan. A strip of lime zest and a splash of fresh lime juice add a bright, citrusy lift that keeps everything from feeling too heavy or sweet. Maple syrup rounds it all out naturally, and you can dial the sweetness up or down to suit your taste. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, there's no need to scan labels for hidden sodium or worry about additives sneaking in — what you see is exactly what ends up in your mug. Garnished with a lime slice and a sprig of fresh mint, it's as pretty as it is satisfying. This is the kind of recipe you'll want on repeat all season long.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- ¼ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 strip lime zest (about 3 inches), pith removed
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup, or to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
For serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, dried hibiscus flowers, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, sliced ginger, cloves, and lime zest strip in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring once or twice, until the cider is steaming and just beginning to bubble at the edges, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low and steep, uncovered, for 10 minutes, until the cider is a deep ruby-red and fragrant with hibiscus and spice.
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