Tipsy Spiced Apple Cider Delight

This hot apple cider cocktail with sherry and apple brandy brings a cozy and flavorful twist to the classic fall favorite. The warmth of the cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg combined with the richness of the sherry and apple brandy creates a delightful drink that's perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Served hot in Irish coffee glasses, this Tipsy Spiced Apple Cider Delight is a comforting and aromatic treat to savor.

Tipsy Spiced Apple Cider Delight

A cozy and flavorful hot apple cider cocktail with sherry and apple brandy, infused with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.

4.36 from 87 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. fresh apple cider
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 thin slice fresh ginger root
  • Freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1.50 oz. dry sherry
  • 1 oz. apple brandy

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan over high heat, combine the apple cider, cinnamon stick, ginger, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Stir the mixture.
  2. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and divide the mixture between an Irish coffee glass or mug, transferring the cinnamon stick.
  4. Top the glass with the sherry and apple brandy. Serve the cocktail hot.