Best 5 Hot Apple Cider With Rum Recipes

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Looking for a warm and comforting drink to sip on a chilly evening? Our hot apple cider with rum is the perfect choice! Made with fresh apples, warm spices, and a touch of rum, this cider is sure to hit the spot. We've also included a few variations on the classic recipe, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste. Whether you like your cider sweet or tart, with or without alcohol, we've got you covered. So grab a mug and let's get started!

**Variations:**

* **Classic Hot Apple Cider:** This recipe is a timeless classic, and for good reason. It's simple to make and always delicious.
* **Slow Cooker Hot Apple Cider:** If you're short on time, you can make this cider in your slow cooker. Just throw all the ingredients in the pot and let it simmer for a few hours.
* **Spiked Hot Apple Cider:** Add a splash of rum or brandy to your cider for a boozy twist.
* **Non-Alcoholic Hot Apple Cider:** If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum.
* **Apple Cider with Mulling Spices:** Add some mulling spices to your cider for a warm and festive flavor.
* **Apple Cider with Cranberry Juice:** Cranberry juice adds a tart and refreshing flavor to this cider.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HOT BUTTERED CIDER WITH RUM



Hot Buttered Cider with Rum image

This hot buttered cider with rum is festive and ideal for a crowd.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Drinks

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup dark brown sugar, packed
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon salt
Half-gallon (64 ounces) all natural apple cider
Rum (or apple brandy)
Cinnamon sticks (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Mash with a spoon until evenly combined.
  • Bring the apple cider to a simmer over medium heat in a large pot, then turn the heat down to low. Gradually add the butter mixture, whisking until the butter is melted.
  • Ladle the buttered cider into mugs. Top each drink off with a shot of rum and garnish with a cinnamon stick, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT CIDER RUM PUNCH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup rum
4 cup apple cider
1 cup cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
4 orange slices
4 cloves

Steps:

  • Insert cloves into center of orange slices. Combine all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a simmer. Serve warm.

HOT SPICED APPLE CIDER



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups fresh apple cider
4 whole black peppercorns
6 or 7 (2 to 3-inch) cinnamon sticks
3 whole dried cloves
1 star anise
1 navel orange
Good bourbon, such as Maker's Mark (optional)
1 crisp red apple

Steps:

  • Place the apple cider, peppercorns, one of the cinnamon sticks, the cloves, and the star anise in a medium saucepan. Cut a large (1 by 4-inch) peel from the orange using a vegetable peeler and add it to the pan. Bring the cider mixture to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain into a 4-cup glass measuring cup and discard the solids.
  • Pour the hot cider into mugs or heatproof glasses. Add 2 tablespoons of bourbon to each mug. Cut the orange in half through the stem, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each mug. Cut the apple in half through the stem, remove the core, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each glass.
  • Serve hot with a cinnamon stick in each glass for stirring.

SPICED HOT APPLE CIDER



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During cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing while the cider is simmering! -Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 1 inch), thinly sliced
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon cardamom pods, crushed
2 quarts apple cider or juice
Rum, optional

Steps:

  • Place first five ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spice mixture; tie securely with string., Place cider and spice bag in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, to allow flavors to blend, 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag. If desired, stir in rum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT APPLE CIDER WITH DARK RUM



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Autumn is often a time of cold, grey weather. Fortunately it is also apple harvest time, and the season for keeping warm with comforting food and drinks. Enjoy reassuring recipes for body and soul featuring Green Mountain Hot Apple Cider Mix in K-Cup pods for the Keurig system, which combine fall pleasures to perfection.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     Apple

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

30 ml dark rum
1 green mountain hot hot spiced cider mix (K-Cup pod)
1 cinnamon stick
3 apples, slices to decorate

Steps:

  • Brew 250 mL (8 oz) of Green Mountain hot apple cider.
  • Pour the dark rum in the hot apple cider.
  • Place a cinnamon stick and apple slices in the mug to decorate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 9.4, Protein 0.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp apples: This will give your cider the best flavor. Choose a variety of apples that are tart, sweet, and juicy, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady.
  • Simmer the cider gently: Don't let it boil, or the alcohol will evaporate and the cider will lose its flavor.
  • Add spices to taste: Common spices used in apple cider include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. You can also add a splash of orange juice or lemon juice for a bit of tartness.
  • Sweeten the cider to your liking: Some people like their cider sweet, while others prefer it tart. Add sugar or honey to taste.
  • Garnish the cider with a cinnamon stick or a slice of apple: This will make your cider look and taste even more festive.

Conclusion:

Hot apple cider with rum is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for autumn and winter gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting drink, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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