Caramel Pear Cider Recipe
Caramel Pear Cider is a warm and cozy fall drink made with apple cider, pear cider, caramel syrup, and spices. Perfect served hot or cold, with or without alcohol, it’s a simple recipe that brings sweet, spiced flavors to any gathering.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle for serving
- Mugs or heatproof glasses
Ingredients
- 64 ounces pure apple cider
- 2 bottles 12 ounces each pear hard cider
- ½ cup caramel syrup
- 2 tablespoons mulling spices
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup pear liqueur optional for adults
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- Fresh pear slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Pour apple cider into a large pot and place over medium heat.
- Add pear hard cider, caramel syrup, honey, sugar, cinnamon sticks, mulling spices, and whole cloves. Stir well.
- Let the mixture heat until it’s just about to boil. Then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes. This helps the spices infuse and the flavors come together.
- Stir in the pear liqueur (if using) after removing from heat.
- Strain out the spices before serving.
- Ladle into mugs, garnish with sliced pears and an extra cinnamon stick.
Notes
- This recipe makes 10 servings.
- Non-alcoholic swaps work perfectly.
- Keep warm on low heat if serving at a gathering.