Pescatarian Spiced Apple Cider with Ceylon Cinnamon & Ginger
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like a celebration. Fresh-pressed unfiltered cider forms a rich, cloudy base, and Ceylon cinnamon — milder and more floral than the common cassia variety — gives it a gentle warmth that never overwhelms. Fresh ginger and a touch of turmeric add a subtle kick and golden depth, while whole bay leaves round out the spice blend in a way that's quietly complex. A drizzle of pure maple syrup ties everything together with natural sweetness you can dial up or down to your liking. Since every ingredient here is entirely plant-based, this fits a pescatarian lifestyle without any adjustments or substitutions needed — it's just naturally a great fit. Simmering everything low and slow lets the flavors fully bloom before straining, so what ends up in your mug is silky, clear, and beautifully spiced. Ladle it into your favorite mug and let it do its thing.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh-pressed apple cider (unfiltered, no added sugar or preservatives)
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 whole dried bay leaves
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, turmeric, bay leaves, and apple slices (if using) in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the maple syrup.
- 2
Bring the cider to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and the spice flavors are fully infused.
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