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Glasses of Warm Maple Whiskey Apple Cider sit on top of wooden board. Orange slice, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and apples also in partial view.
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Warm Maple Whiskey Apple Cider

Celebrate the season with this Warm Maple Whiskey Apple Cider. It's perfect for Thanksgiving and simple to make with just apple cider, maple syrup, whiskey, and spices. It can easily be multiplied and made in a slow cooker for a large crowd, too.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 4
Author Jessica

Equipment

  • 1 medium saucepan

Ingredients

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1/2 cup whiskey or bourbon
  • 2 tbsps. maple syrup or more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 3 whole cloves
  • Cinnamon sticks for serving
  • Orange slices for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat apple cider, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon sticks in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Heat just until it's warm, not boiling, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup and whiskey. Adjust maple syrup, if necessary.
  • Pour into heatproof glasses or mugs. Add an orange slice and cinnamon sticks in the glass and serve.