Homemade cider
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. When I made this cider at home, it reminded me of the "Vitamin Bomb" recipe my mom used to make for me as a child. It had almost the same ingredients, except for apple cider vinegar, jalapeño, and ginger (which weren't as readily available back then), but included nuts. This nutritious sweet-spicy paste was given once or twice a day to help prevent colds. And you know what? When I grew up, I immediately fell in love with this homemade cider. It's delicious and healthy—and brings back childhood memories. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the ingredients. Wash the fruits and vegetables and chop them as you like. I cut the apples into large cubes, and chop everything else.
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Step 2
2. Layer all the chopped ingredients. The order of the layers does not matter; this is done for aesthetic purposes.
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Step 3
3. Mix the honey with the alcohol, then add cinnamon and all the dried spices (for example, if you're using dried rosemary and ginger). Stir thoroughly, pour over the fruit, and seal the container with a lid. Store in a cool, dark place for a month, shaking the jar occasionally.
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Step 4
4. Then simply strain the cider, chill it — and serve!