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Pomegranate Cider

This homemade pomegranate cider recipe is perfect for cool, cozy nights. Spiced to perfection, serve topped with whipped cream and cinnamon.
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Ingredients

  • 16 ounces pomegranate juice, use 100% juice, not a cocktail
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 to 2 cardamom pods
  • 1 orange, freshly juiced (about ½ cup)
  • orange rind, from the orange above
  • for serving: whipped cream, cinnamon sticks, pomegranate arils

Instructions 

  • In a saucepan, combine the juice, water, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, star anise, orange juice and orange rind. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Uncover and taste. If it’s too tart and not sweet enough, whisk in a bit more sugar, about ¼ cup, and simmer for a few more minutes.
  • Strain out the cinnamon sticks, anise and orange rind. Ladle into mugs. If desired, serve with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks!
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