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Apple brandy cider served in a glass
Winter warming drink with apple brandy and cinnamon

Apple Brandy Cider

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Drinks
This drink is the meeting of British cider culture and Hungarian Pálinka tradition. A true 'soul warmer' winter cocktail where the low alcohol content of cider is amplified by the fire of brandy, while spices conjure a Christmas atmosphere around it. Beware, it goes down easily!
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Sieve
  • Heatproof glasses

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Sulphites

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour the cider into the saucepan, add the sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel. Heat over medium heat but DO NOT boil.

Tip: Alcohol starts to evaporate at 78°C. Just let it steam (approx 70-75°C) to infuse flavours.
2 ✓

Keep warm for 10 minutes to let spices permeate the liquid.

Tip: Infusion takes time; heat sets the essential oils in the spices in motion.
3 ✓

Remove from heat, and now stir in the apple brandy.

Tip: This way the strength and aroma of the brandy are preserved.
4 ✓

Strain into glasses, spoon softly whipped cream on top, and garnish with an apple slice.

Tip: The meeting of cold cream and hot drink results in an exciting sip, plus the fat (cream) carries the aromas.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use apple juice instead of cider?
Yes, but you'll get an alcohol-free base and the result will be sweeter. In this case, use less sugar.
When should I add the brandy?
Always at the very end so the alcohol doesn't evaporate.

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Apple Cider (dry or semi-dry)
  • 40 ml Apple Brandy (Pálinka)
  • 20 g Brown sugar
  • 1 stick Cinnamon stick
  • 3 pcs Cloves
  • 1 piece Orange peel (unwaxed)
  • 50 ml Double cream (for garnish)
  • 2 slices Fresh apple