BHA & BHT Free Spiced Hot Apple Cider
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold afternoon feel like a celebration. Unfiltered fresh apple cider forms the base, giving it a rich, cloudy character that bottled or shelf-stable versions simply can't match — and without the synthetic preservatives that sneak into so many packaged drinks. Ceylon cinnamon sticks, fresh ginger, whole cloves, and a touch of ground turmeric do all the heavy lifting here, turning a simple pot of cider into something that smells absolutely incredible as it simmers on the stove. A spoonful of honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round out the flavors at the end, adding brightness and just enough sweetness. Because every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, you can feel confident that nothing artificial is hiding in your mug. It's an easy, one-pot recipe that comes together in under half an hour and is endlessly adjustable — just add more honey if you like it sweeter, or let the ginger steep a little longer for extra warmth.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 tbsp honey, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- apple slices or ceylon cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, turmeric, and cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring once or twice, until steam rises steadily and small bubbles appear around the edges, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and the spices have fully infused.
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