Harvest Cider

Harvest Cider

Looking for a refreshing fall beverage? This apple cider and grape juice drink recipe is a delicious blend of crisp apple flavor and the natural sweetness of grapes.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz Gewürztraminer Juice
• 2 oz apple cider
• 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2-3 cloves
• 1 star anise
• 1 small slice of fresh ginger
• Orange peel twist (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spiced Base:
   • In a small saucepan, combine the apple cider, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and ginger slice.
   • Heat over medium-low heat until the mixture is warm and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Do not boil.
   • Remove from heat and let it steep for an additional 5 minutes.
   • Strain the spiced mixture to remove the solids.
2. Mix the Mocktail:
   • In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, combine the spiced base, Gewürztraminer non-alcoholic wine, lemon juice.
   • Stir or shake well to combine.
   • Pour the mocktail into a glass, garnish with an orange peel twist, and enjoy!