Description
Poisoned Apple Cider is a cautionary tale about the hidden dangers of consuming improperly prepared apple cider, highlighting the risks associated with contamination and improper fermentation.
Ingredients
- Fresh apples – 10
- Water – 4 cups
- Sugar – 1 cup
- Cinnamon sticks – 2
- Cloves – 5
- Nutmeg – 1/2 teaspoon
- Yeast – 1 packet (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the apples, removing any bad spots.
- In a large pot, combine the chopped apples and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- If fermenting, add yeast and stir gently.
- Let the mixture cool, then strain through a fine mesh to separate the liquid from the solids.
- Store the cider in a clean container, refrigerate, and consume within a week.
Notes
- Ensure all equipment is sanitized to prevent contamination.
- Do not consume if there are signs of spoilage.
- Fermentation can lead to alcohol production; consume responsibly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg