Festive Spiced Apple & Cranberry Warm Cider

Looking for the ultimate cozy winter drink that the whole family can enjoy? While our Festive Spice Blend makes a phenomenal classic mulled wine, it is equally magical when paired with the natural tartness of cranberry and the sweetness of cloudy apple juice.

This Spiced Apple & Cranberry Warm Cider is completely free from refined sugars, relying instead on pure fruit juices and our small-batch aromatics. It takes less than 20 minutes to make, fills your kitchen with the scent of Christmas, and is the perfect warming mug for a cold Winter evening.
(For an adult twist, a splash of spiced rum or whiskey stirred in at the end works brilliantly!)

• Prep time: 5 minutes

• Cook time: 15 minutes

• Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 Litre high-quality cloudy apple juice (unsweetened)
• 500ml pure cranberry juice (look for no-added-sugar varieties)
• 1 to 1.5 tablespoons Freshly Spiced Festive Spice Blend
• 1 fresh orange, sliced into rounds
• A handful of fresh or frozen cranberries (for garnish)
• Optional: 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey (only if your juices are very tart)
• Optional garnish: Cinnamon sticks and star anise
  
  
  

Instructions

• Combine the Base: In a large saucepan or slow cooker, pour in the cloudy apple juice and cranberry juice.

• Add the Spice: Stir in the Freshly Spiced Festive Spice Blend and drop in the fresh orange slices.

• Simmer & Infuse: Place the saucepan over a medium-low heat. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer—do not let it boil rapidly, as this can make the spices bitter and diminish the fresh fruit flavours. Leave it to simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the spices to fully infuse.

• Taste & Adjust: Taste the cider. If you prefer a slightly sweeter finish, stir in a spoonful of maple syrup or honey until dissolved.

• Serve: Ladle the warm spiced cider into heatproof mugs or glasses. Add a few fresh cranberries and a slice of the infused orange from the pot into each mug.

• Garnish: Finish with a cinnamon stick stirrer or a whole star anise for a beautiful, festive presentation.