Orange-Cinnamon Apple Cider

With cooler temperatures on the horizon, why not cozy up with a cup (or two) of orange-cinnamon apple cider? Warm up your winter with this sweet and simple recipe – it's easy to make and totally customizable to personal preference or whatever you have on-hand.  Serves 2 - 4.

Ingredients

• 4 cups of unsweetened apple cider 
• 1 orange 
• 3 cinnamon sticks (plus additional for garnish) 

Directions

• Add unsweetened apple cider to saucepan.
• Strain half an orange and add to cider. With remaining half, cut up a few pieces to add to pot. Slice and reserve remaining wedges for garnish. Feel free to add more fresh-squeezed orange juice, if preferred. 
• Add three cinnamon sticks to pot. If you’re feeling adventurous, add additional spices (cinnamon, cloves, anise, the sky’s the limit) to the mix – completely optional! 
• Simmer mixture on medium heat for 10-20 minutes. 
• Strain and serve! Garnish with orange slice & cinnamon stick for festive flair.  

Taylor Grobelny