Cinnamon & blueberry cider

Hot cider is the saviour of autumn evenings. When heated, apple cider loses its carbonation but, enriched with spices (cinnamon, orange), becomes a truly soul-warming drink. The tartness of blueberries counterbalances the sweetness and gives it a beautiful colour.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 120 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Sieve

Allergen Information

⚠️ None

Instructions

1

Pour the cider into a saucepan, toss in the cinnamon, orange zest, and blueberries.

Tip: Crush the blueberries slightly so they release their juice and colour.
2

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to minimum and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

Tip: Do not boil vigorously, as aromas (and alcohol, if that's a factor) will be lost.
3

Taste, and sweeten with honey if needed.

Tip: Cider can be naturally sweet, so be careful with sugar.
4

Strain into glasses (or leave the fruit in for garnish).

Tip: Serve warm.

Recipe FAQ

Does the alcohol evaporate?
Partially yes, but not all of it during 10 minutes of cooking. If you want it alcohol-free, use cloudy apple juice instead of cider.

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Apple cider (alcoholic or alcohol-free)
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 50 g Fresh blueberries
  • 1 tsp Orange zest
  • 1 tbsp Honey (optional)