Caramel Apple Cider

My friend Heather brought this to Octobers recipe night. Best Apple Cider I have ever had!

(Recipe from Our Best Bites)


1 (64 oz) bottle of apple juice or cider (**much better with apple cider)
1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed or high quality brand like Simply Orange)
2 cinnamon sticks
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1 orange
8 whole cloves
1/3 cup bottled caramel sauce (plus more to taste if desired)
Sweetened whipped cream
Ground cinnamon

1.Pour the apple cider into a large stock pot on the stove. Set heat to medium high. Add orange juice, cinnamon sticks, and allspice
2.Thoroughly wash your orange and then gently stab the whole cloves into it. 
3.Gently drop your orange into the pot. Bring cider to a boil and then reduce to simmer. Simmer on low for 60 minutes or longer if you wish. If at any time the orange splits open, remove it from the pot.
4. After the cider has simmered for an hour, add caramel sauce and stir to combine and dissolve. Add more caramel to taste if needed. 
5. When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel and a sprinkle of cinnamon.