Serves: 4
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 cups apple cider (fresh if available)
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 2 cinnamon sticks, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1 apple, sliced thinly for garnish
- Optional: Orange slices for garnish
- Optional: Honey or brown sugar to sweeten further, if desired
Equipment:
- Medium saucepan
- Ladle
- Strainer (optional, for cloves)
- Mugs for serving
Instructions:
- Warm the Cider: In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg. Warm over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to infuse the spices, about 5-10 minutes.
- Add Bourbon: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the bourbon, blending it well with the spiced cider.
- Prepare the Mugs: If you prefer your cider without the whole spices, strain the mixture to remove the cloves (and cinnamon sticks, if desired). Pour the hot cider mixture into mugs.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick, a few apple slices, and if you like, an orange slice for an extra layer of flavor and aroma.
- Enjoy: Sip your Backwoods Bourbon Apple Cider by the campfire, letting the warm spices and smooth bourbon soothe you after a day of outdoor adventures.
Tips for Success:
- Adjust the amount of bourbon based on your preference for strength, adding more for a stronger drink or less for a milder one.
- The apple cider can be sweetened further with honey or brown sugar, added along with the spices, to suit your taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the bourbon. The spiced apple cider is a delicious treat on its own.
This Backwoods Bourbon Apple Cider is the perfect way to warm up during chilly evenings outdoors, offering a comforting blend of seasonal spices, rich bourbon, and sweet apple cider. It’s an ideal companion for storytelling and stargazing, bringing a touch of homely comfort to your camping experience.
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