Spiced or Spiked Apple Cider Gift Jars
This Apple Cider Cocktail is the perfect spiced and spiked beverage for fall. Mix it with whiskey or bourbon or opt for a non-alcoholic version. This versatile drink is perfect as a gift or party favor for all your seasonal festivities!
Servings 3 Gift Jars
Cost $
Equipment
Ingredients
Gift Jars
- 3 Mason Jars with handles
- 3 Lids for mason jars
- 3 disposable Plastic cups with lids
- 3 Gift tags with string
- 1 ft. Of twine or string
Spiced or Spiked Apple Cider
- 3 packets Apple cider
- ½ tablespoon All spice to divide evenly among jars
- 1 tablespoon whole Cloves to divide evenly among jars
- 6 whole Cinnamon sticks to divide evenly among jars
- 3 mini bottles Apple flavored whisky or bourbon optional
Instructions
Assembling the Gift Jar:
- Prepare the Spice Mix: Divide the allspice and cloves evenly among the three plastic cups and secure the lids. Tie two cinnamon sticks together with a small piece of twine for each jar.
- Assemble the Jar: In each Mason jar, place the apple cider packet, the spice-filled plastic cup, tied cinnamon sticks, and the mini bottle of apple-flavored whiskey or bourbon (if using). Arrange the items so that they’re visible through the jar.
- Seal and Decorate: Close each Mason jar with its lid. Write a message or instructions for making the apple cider on the gift tag (e.g., “Mix cider packet with boiling water, add spices and cinnamon sticks, and spike with whiskey if desired”). Attach the gift tag around the jar’s lid using the remaining twine.
Making the Apple Cider:
Non-Alcoholic Version:
- Pour the apple cider packet into a cup. Add boiling water according to the package instructions.
- Add the provided spices and cinnamon sticks, letting them steep for a few minutes to enhance the flavor.
Spiked Version:
- Prepare the apple cider as above, then stir in the mini bottle of apple-flavored whiskey or bourbon for a warm, cozy cocktail.