Spiced spiked apple cider is a boozy twist on our traditional apple cider recipe that’s been a fall favorite for years. Make a large batch to serve a crowd, or pour a single serve spiked cider tonight. Cheers!
The leaves are changing, the evenings are getting chillier, and we could not be more excited about this spiked apple cider recipe that absolutely screams all things FALL.
If you’re just getting home from a trip to the apple orchard and looking for delicious ideas for your apple haul (our apple cinnamon bread, apple pie bars, and apple crisp are all great ways to use up those fresh apples!) or need a festive co*cktail for Thanksgiving, this spiked apple cider is for you.
The best part about this recipe is that it’s made with 2 simple ingredients — apple cider and whisky. We’ve also made this recipe with rum and Fireball for a cinnamon twist! Heat them together on the stovetop and enjoy!
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“This is such a simple recipe for Spiked Apple Cider. I loved the homemade Instant Pot Apple Cider recipe, too!” – Michelle
What You Need for Spiked Apple Cider
This boozy apple cider comes together with just 2 super simple ingredients:
Apple Cider
Homemade apple cider is the base of this co*cktail. It’s made with harvest-y ingredients and flavors like apples, citrus, maple syrup, and fall spices like cloves, allspice, cinnamon sticks, and more.
If you don’t have an Instant Pot to make our homemade cider, no problem! We tested this recipe with fresh apple cider from an apple orchard (or pick up a jug of apple cider from the grocery store) and it was still delicious.
Liquor
We recommend spiking apple cider with your favorite kind of whiskey or rum. Whiskey adds warmth to the cider while rum adds sweetness. For a combination of sweet and spicy, try Fireball or another cinnamon whiskey.
Spiked Apple Cider Variations
Feel free to mix up this spiked cider recipe by using your favorite kind of homemade or store-bought cider and favorite liquor. Stick to whiskey or rum for best taste.
For a non-alcoholic version, simply make our apple cider and serve warm without alcohol.
FAQ
What liquor is best for spiked apple cider?
We love this apple cider co*cktail with whiskey or rum.
Can you make this co*cktail in a large batch?
Definitely! Use our recipe multiplier (8 parts apple cider and 1.5 parts liquor) for a fall batch co*cktail. Mix together in a large pitcher or drink dispenser and serve warm.
Storage
Get a jump start on any Thanksgiving prep with this co*cktail recipe! Make the cider for spiked apple cider up to 7 days ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to serve. When it’s co*cktail time, warm up the cider and mix in the liquor immediately prior to serving.
Serving Suggestions
Warm up chilly nights around a bonfire with mugs of spiked apple cider or add this festive co*cktail to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving celebration. Garnish each mug with an apple slice and cinnamon stick.
For a little something extra: Mix 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon together on a plate. Dampen the rims of each mug with a wet paper towel, then dip the rims into the cinnamon sugar mixture for a sweet rim.
5 from 3 votes
Spiked Apple Cider
Spiked apple cider is a boozy twist on traditional apple cider. Use your favorite rum or whiskey for a spiced fall co*cktail that serves a crowd!
By: Emily Richter
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 8 oz. apple cider, option to use our homemade recipe or store-bought
- 1.5 oz. whisky, rum or Fireball work too
Instructions
Add the apple cider and whisky into a medium pot and bring to a simmer on the stovetop. Feel free to triple or quadruple this recipe to serve a crowd.
Once simmering, transfer into a mug and enjoy!
Tips & Notes
- Storage: Make the cider for spiked apple cider up to 7 days ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to serve. When it’s co*cktail time, warm up the cider and mix in the liquor immediately prior to serving.
- Cider: If using store-bought apple cider, warm up 8 ounces (or however much you are using) before mixing with the liquor.
- Large Batch: Use our recipe multiplier (8 parts apple cider and 1.5 parts liquor) for a fall batch co*cktail. Mix together in a large pitcher or drink dispenser and serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 g, Calories: 224 kcal, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 0 g, Fat: 0 g, Fiber: 0 g, Sugar: 30 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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About Emily Richter
Emily is Fit Foodie Finds' editor-in-chief. She has a master's degree in strategic communication, and a passion for food. She is an incredible at-home cook making her writing an important part of the content creation process.
