
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this simmered fruit drink is the kind of thing you want to wrap both hands around on a cold afternoon. Chopped apples and ripe pears are cooked down with maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, and a whisper of ginger until they practically melt into a soft, spiced pulp — then strained into a silky, steaming liquid that drinks like a hug. A small splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything up and keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy. The optional thyme sprig adds a subtle herbal note that makes the whole thing feel a little more sophisticated than your average hot cider. Because every ingredient here is a whole fruit, a spice, or a pantry staple, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your mug — no blended nut bases, no mystery additives, just clean and cozy flavor. It's a genuinely lovely alternative to store-bought warm drinks that often sneak in unexpected ingredients you'd rather avoid.
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Combine the chopped apples, chopped pears, water, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan. Add the thyme sprig, if using. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is completely soft and beginning to fall apart, about 15–18 minutes.
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