For an “at home” version, the apples are simmered in a pot with spices over a long period of time until they break down. The mixture is then smashed and strained.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword apple, apple cider, drink, fall, juice
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 4 hourshours
Calories 1113kcal
Ingredients
10large apples,halved (I use a mix of Granny Smith and Gala)
Add the apples, orange, cinnamon and cloves to a large Dutch oven. Cover the apples with 12 cups of water (¾ gallon).
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the apples start to break down, about 3 hours.
Use the back of a spoon or potato masher to break up the apples. Continue cooking, uncovered, for an additional hour over low heat.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the solids to get all the liquid out.
Return to the pot and sweeten the mixture with maple syrup.
Serve the apple cider warm or chilled. Pour into a container and store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.