Cranberry Cider

Adapted from:http://www.sheknows.com/…/art…/970103/3-unique-cider-recipes

Whether it's for a Halloween party or any other special event during the fall season. Cranberry Cider would be a great addition to any event.

Serves: 4

~Cider
1 c. apple cider
2 cinnamon sticks
3 whole allspice
2 c. sweetened cranberry juice

Cranberry Nectar
2 c. Cranberry
1 1/2 c. water
1/4 c. Pure Cane sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp. Lemon juice

Directions:

1. In a blender place cranberries an pulse on low speed until mixture is completely combine (pureed).

2. In a medium dutch oven saucepan, add in pureed cranberries, water, sugar and lemon juice. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer until mixture is thicker and sugar is dissolved. place mixture off to the aside.

3. Cranberry nectar, Cranberry juice,apple cider and cinnamon stick in another saucepan. Place allspice in a cheesecloth and place in the saucepan. Heat mixture on low for 20 to 40 minutes. Once heated, strain mixture through a mesh strainer. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream with a hint of cinnamon