Mustard Free Spiced Apple Cider

Total time25 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time20 min

4.9

(14)

Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like a celebration. Unfiltered apple cider gets a slow, gentle infusion of Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, whole cloves, and a touch of turmeric — the result is something far more complex and satisfying than anything you'd pour from a store-bought carton. A drizzle of maple syrup and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round out the flavors beautifully, balancing the spice with just enough brightness and sweetness. The whole process is wonderfully low-effort: no boiling, no fuss, just a slow simmer that fills your kitchen with an incredible aroma. For anyone navigating condiment sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of any hidden flavor boosters or spice blends that might sneak in unwanted ingredients — every element here is clean and straightforward. Strain it into your favorite mugs, tuck in a cinnamon stick, and float a thin apple slice on top for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
½ tsp ground turmeric
4 whole cloves
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

For serving

4 ceylon cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
4 thin apple slices, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, 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 at the edges, about 8–10 minutes — do not let it boil.
2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and deeply spiced.

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