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Nutcracker Drink

A warm, spiced drink perfect for holiday gatherings, featuring a blend of apple cider, spiced rum, and festive spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1 cup spiced rum
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise optional
  • Fresh orange slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Strainer
  • Heatproof glasses or mugs

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, mix together the apple cider, spiced rum, orange juice, and maple syrup.
  2. Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise to the mixture.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture gently until it starts to steam.
  4. Once steaming, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the mixture into a heatproof pitcher or bowl.
  6. Pour the warm drink into heatproof glasses or mugs.
  7. Add fresh orange slices to each glass for garnish.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste.