Cider Beetles

Warm up your fall and winter evenings with this aromatic and spiced Cider Beetles recipe—a festive twist on classic mulled cider. Bursting with seasonal flavors from fresh apple cider, clove-studded orange slices, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, star anise, and nutmeg, this comforting drink offers a cozy blend of sweetness and spice. A touch of vanilla extract enhances the richness, while thinly sliced ginger adds a zesty kick. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, chilly nights, or as a fragrant centerpiece to your autumn celebrations. Serve this delightful beverage warm in mugs, optionally garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, for the ultimate cozy treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 cups Apple cider
• 1 large Orange
• 6 whole Cloves
• 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
• 2 whole Star anise
• 0.5 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 4 whole Allspice berries
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 inch piece, thinly sliced Fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Pour the apple cider into a large pot or Dutch oven.

Step 2

Wash the orange thoroughly, then slice it into rounds. Stud each orange slice with a couple of the whole cloves.

Step 3

Add the clove-studded orange slices to the pot with the cider.

Step 4

Drop the cinnamon sticks, star anise, nutmeg, allspice berries, thinly sliced ginger, and brown sugar into the pot.

Step 5

Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Do not let the mixture boil, as this can alter the flavor of the cider.

Step 6

Let the cider simmer for 25–30 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the liquid.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.

Step 9

Serve the cider warm in mugs or heatproof glasses, optionally garnished with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange.

Step 10

Enjoy as a cozy drink on its own or paired with sweet treats like cookies or spiced cake.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2210.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1181.9

Total Fat 7.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 131.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 223.7g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474.8mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2694.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.1%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 92.7%