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Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider Cocktail
This hot cocktail gets its name from an old nickname for Vermonters—where they really take their apples seriously.
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 50 min⏳ Prep: 20 min👤 Christopher Michel📖 countryliving
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●strainer
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Place apples, lemon, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and ginger in an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. Add just enough water to cover apples (about 4 1/2 cups). Close and set to cook on high pressure for ⏱️ 15 minutes. Turn off and allow to depressurize naturally for ⏱️ 15 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
lemon, halved1
2
Strain contents through a fine mesh strainer, pressing out all liquid. Stir in maple syrup to taste.
3
Add apple brandy or bourbon to mugs, dividing evenly. Top with hot cider and garnish with apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.
cinnamon sticks, plus more for garnish3
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