Gut Friendly Spiced Hot Apple Cider
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold day feel like a gift. Unfiltered apple cider brings natural goodness straight to the cup, while fresh ginger and turmeric add a gentle anti-inflammatory punch that your gut will genuinely appreciate. Ceylon cinnamon — milder and more delicate than the cassia variety — layers in warmth without overwhelming the apple's natural sweetness. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything at the end, and a touch of honey rounds it all out without leaning too sugary. The whole thing simmers low and slow so the spices fully infuse, meaning every sip is rich, layered, and satisfying. It comes together in one saucepan with no complicated steps, making it just as easy on a weeknight as it is for a cozy weekend gathering.
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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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