homemade holiday cranberry cider
This is great for holiday parties and family gatherings. This is a tradition in our house to make for Thanksgiving and Christmas. You can adjust the flavors by juicing the oranges you zested, along with a few more oranges to taste. Add some apple juice, honey, water, and organic pure cranberry juice. The organic cranberry juice goes a long way so you won't need more than 1 bottle. Also, you could use ginger ale as a sweetener. Ratios I'm not sure about though. I always do it to taste.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This cranberry cider is not your average holiday cider. The combination of tart cranberry juice and sweet honey creates a wonderful balance of flavor. Then, orange zest, cloves, and cinnamon sticks add a holiday spin. This spells amazing while simmering and will instantly put you in the holiday spirit. A great drink to enjoy after a night of caroling or decorating the tree.
Ingredients
- 2 quarts cranberry juice
- 2 medium oranges, zested
- 14 - whole cloves
- 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups honey
- 2 - cinnamon sticks
How To Make homemade holiday cranberry cider
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Step 1Mix the ingredients in a large pot or slow cooker. -
Step 2Heat until steaming and serve. Crock Pots are great for making this a mobile drink for parties.
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