If you're looking to quench your thirst this holiday season without the boozy buzz, you've come to the right place. These Non-alcoholic apple cider recipes are not only incredibly delicious but also easy to make with simple ingredients and fresh apple orchard fruits!
Whether you're sipping them during cozy fall evenings, serving them at Christmas, or mixing them up for a refreshing pick-me-up on a cool snowy day, these drinks are the ultimate crowd-pleasers.
I've rounded up a fantastic collection of non-alcoholic apple cider concoctions that celebrate the harvest season and the comforting flavors of apples in all their glory. Find recipes that are made with non-alcoholic spirits, ice cream, tea, instant pots, and slow cookers.
Non Alcoholic Spirits To Enhance Apple Cider
Here's a list of non-alcoholic spirits that can enhance the flavor of apple cider drinks:
- Non-Alcoholic Rum: A non-alcoholic rum substitute can add depth and complexity to spiced apple cider drinks. Look for options that mimic the rich, molasses-like flavors of traditional rum.
- Non-Alcoholic Whiskey: Non-alcoholic whiskey alternatives can bring smoky and woody notes to your apple cider, creating a warm and comforting flavor profile.
- Non-Alcoholic Brandy or Bourbon: A non-alcoholic brandy or bourbon substitute can impart fruity and caramelized flavors to your apple cider beverages, making them even more luscious and indulgent.
- Non-Alcoholic Vodka: While vodka itself doesn't have a strong flavor, non-alcoholic vodka alternatives like this NA Apple Vodka can help to maintain a clean and neutral base in your apple cider cocktails.
- Non-Alcoholic Amaretto: A non-alcoholic amaretto substitute can introduce almond and sweet marzipan notes to your apple cider, adding a touch of nuttiness and sweetness.
- Non-Alcoholic Triple Sec: Non-alcoholic triple sec alternatives can provide orange and citrus undertones, enhancing the fruity and zesty aspects of your apple cider drinks.
- Non-Alcoholic Bitters: Non-alcoholic bitters can be used sparingly to enhance the flavor profile of your apple cider drinks by adding depth, complexity, and a hint of bitterness.
Remember to adjust the quantities of these non-alcoholic spirits according to your taste preferences and the specific recipe you're creating. These alternatives can help you craft unique and flavorful apple cider drinks without the need for alcohol.
Homemade Hot Apple Cider
Homemade Apple Cider with Oranges
Homemade apple cider is a fantastic drink recipe that is made from fresh apples, oranges, and fall spices. You can serve it hot or cold!
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Hot Cranberry Apple Cider
Hot Cranberry Apple Cider is a delicious festive drink. Serve as is for a non-alcoholic option or add a splash of bourbon to add extra holiday pep!
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Homemade Hot Apple Cider
Simmered to perfection, this Homemade Hot Apple Cider is warm, comforting, so delicious and will also make your house smell amazing!
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Homemade Apple Cider
How to make homemade apple cider at home without an apple press! My homemade cider recipe has that delicious, farm-fresh cider flavor. Spice it up with a few cinnamon sticks and orange peel. This is sure to be a new family favorite recipe!
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Wassail Recipe
Savor the aromatic, spiced goodness of this heartwarming Wassail recipe. This steaming, flavorful hot apple cider drink will envelop your senses in a cozy, festive embrace.
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Homemade Spiced Apple Cider
This homemade spiced apple cider is so easy to make with only a few ingredients; you can enjoy it all season long!
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Apple Cider Recipe
Apple Cider is a delightful blend of apples, oranges, and aromatic spices, offering a comforting drink perfect for chilly days. Discover how to craft this simple Homemade Apple Cider using either your slow cooker or stovetop, ensuring warm sips throughout the winter season.
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Apple Cider Mocktails
Apple Cider Spiced Rum Mocktail
With a classic apple cider base, warming spices, fresh citrus, and non-alcoholic rum, the flavors in this mocktail culminate into the perfect sip. Warming, yet refreshing.
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Thanksgiving Cider Mocktail
This Thanksgiving Mocktail is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any time during the Fall and Winter months. Drinkers and non-drinkers alike will love it!
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Apple Cider Ginger Beer Mocktail
Celebrate fall with a refreshing Apple Cider Ginger Beer Mocktail. This delightful Apple Ginger Fizz combines the crispness of apple cider with the zing of ginger beer, perfect for fall and holiday occasions.
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Spiced Apple Cider Mocktail
This spiced apple cider mocktail is a sparkling fall mocktail that's super delicious, and something the entire family can enjoy!
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Instant Pot Apple Cider Recipes
Instant Pot Apple Cider
Instant Pot Apple Cider will warm you up on those chilly fall days! This recipe is super easy to make and requires just a handful of ingredients, with minimal effort and cleanup.
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Instant Pot Apple Cider
Instant Pot apple cider is a delicious and easy-to-make drink that combines fresh apples, oranges, cranberries, spices, and water, all cooked to perfection in less than 10 minutes for a delicious Fall treat.
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Slow Cooker Apple Cider Recipes
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Apple Cider
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Apple Cider is the perfect warm, spicy drink to serve for company or a relaxing night at home. It even contains healthy, apple and pumpkin!
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Slow Cooker Pear and Apple Cider
This Slow Cooker Pear Cider recipe is the perfect warm and cozy drink. Made with a combination of apple cider, pear juice, honey, and warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
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Slow Cooker Apple Cider
This slow cooker apple cinnamon cider recipe is easy to make from scratch and infused with maple syrup and cinnamon. Likewise, there's a hint of sweet orange that gives it a refreshing but comforting flavor.
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Red Hot Apple Cider
Red Hot Apple Cider is the easiest recipe you'll make this year. A guaranteed kid-approved holiday drink Just combine two ingredients in a slow cooker or large pot to warm.
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Cold Apple Cider Recipes
Apple Cider Floats
A twist on an old favorite, these Apple Cider Floats will be the favorite at any party or gathering. Warm apple cider with cool vanilla ice cream - delicious!
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The Best Apple Cider Milkshake
The Best Apple Cider Milkshake is chock full of creamy vanilla ice cream, cinnamon, and apple cider. It's a delicious treat enjoyed year-round and a fan favorite!
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Apple Cider Slushie
Best part about fall? Visiting local farms for apple picking, fresh apple cider, and apple cider donuts! Take home the cozy memories with this Spiced Apple Cider Slushie that you can make in your own kitchen with only a blender!
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Apple Cider Punch Recipes
Non Alcoholic Thanksgiving Punch
Your guests will love this apple cider punch at Thanksgiving! It's loaded with fall flavors and since it's non-alcoholic, it's perfect for holiday gatherings!
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Fall Party Punch
Easy Fall Party Punch is perfect for fall! Made with apple cider and always a hit with kids and adults.
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Easy Autumn Harvest Punch
This festive and delicious fall punch is the perfect cider for your holiday gatherings.
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Apple Pie Punch
This Apple Pie Punch recipe is refreshing and delicious. Made with cider, ginger ale, and white grape juice this non-alcoholic punch is the perfect fall drink.
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Apple Cider Teas
Apple Cider Tea
A simple cozy seasonal drink made with brewed black tea and apple cider. Warming spices and a squeeze of lemon make this perfect for sipping on a crisp fall evening.
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Spiced Apple Cider Tea
This hot cider tea is less sweet than plain mulled cider and is a perfect sipper for cold days. We love it with sugar cookies.
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Caramel Apple Cider Recipe
Caramel Apple Cider
Make this Caramel apple cider quickly and top it with whipped cream. Serve it hot for a cozy and delicious Fall drink that is better than Starbucks’.
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Caramel Apple Spice
Make the popular Starbucks Caramel Apple Spice at home! This popular fall seasonal drink is ready in less than 10 minutes! Warm up with this cozy and satisfying hot apple cider recipe.
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Apple Cider FAQs
Are there any creative ways to garnish non-alcoholic apple cider drinks?
Absolutely! You can garnish non-alcoholic apple cider drinks with fresh fruit like apple slices, citrus wedges, cinnamon sticks, star anise, or even a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Can I serve non-alcoholic apple cider warm or cold?
Yes, you can serve non-alcoholic apple cider both warm and cold, depending on your preference and the occasion. Warm cider is popular in the fall and winter, while cold cider is refreshing in the summer.
What is non-alcoholic apple cider?
Non-alcoholic apple cider, often referred to simply as apple cider, is a beverage made from pressed apples. It contains no alcohol and is essentially pure apple juice.
What is hard cider?
Hard apple cider is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented apple juice, typically with an alcohol content of 4% to 6%.
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