Mocktail: Witches' Brew Spiced Cider

Turn classic apple cider into a Halloween-ready sip with a fragrant blend of mulling spices and citrus. Served warm and garnished with cranberries and orange slices, this cozy mocktail is perfect for keeping a party crowd toasty. 

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Mocktail: Witches' Brew Spiced Cider

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Warm up your Halloween gathering with a festive batch of Witches' Brew Spiced Cider. Apple cider is gently simmered with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and orange peel, creating a cozy drink filled with warm seasonal spice. Serve it steaming with cranberries and orange slices floating on top for a fun, witchy finishing touch. 

 

You’ll need: 

  • 8 cups apple cider 
  • 1 cinnamon stick 
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise 
  • Orange peel strips 
  • Cranberries and orange slices for garnish 


Instructions: Simmer the cider gently with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and orange peel for 15-20 minutes. Strain and serve warm, garnished with floating cranberries and an orange slice for a “witch’s brew” look. 

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