We love spiced cider and usually enjoy it warm, but when the weather warms up, we love turning it into a chilled cocktail. This version combines apple cider, fresh orange juice and lots of spices. We add a spiced rum, but white rum will work in a pinch. Recipe updated, originally posted October 2011. Since posting this in 2011, we have tweaked the recipe to be more clear. – Adam and Joanne 2 whole cinnamon sticks 2 whole star anise Juice of one orange 4 cups apple cider 3/4 cup spiced rum 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Orange rinds left from squeezing juice 2Pour in the orange juice and apple cider. Bring to a low simmer, turn off the heat and set aside for 10 minutes. Strain then cool completely. When cool, stir in the rum. 3Make the cinnamon sugar by mixing the cinnamon and sugar on a plate. 4Swipe the orange rind around the rim to moisten. Press the rim into the cinnamon sugar, fill the glass with ice and top with spiced cider.
