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Cannabis-Infused Apple Cider Recipe For Fall

October 14, 2024 08:00 am ET Estimated Read Time: 4 Minutes

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Cannabis-Infused Apple Cider Recipe For Fall

The only thing better than curling up on a cozy fall night? Having a mug of apple cider to go with it! Apple cider is a classic fall treat that can be enjoyed hot or ice cold, making it perfect for celebrating both chilly and warm fall seasons.

We want to help you take it to the next level — with a cannabis-infused twist. Follow this cannabis-infused apple cider recipe to give as a gift, make with friends for a fun and seasonal activity, or simply enjoy yourself. Grab your favorite mug, light a candle, and prepare for the ultimate fall vibes.

What You Need

One of the best things about making cannabis-infused apple cider is that you can customize it to your liking. Want to make your apple cider base from scratch? Go for it. More interested in keeping things simple with a pre-made, store-bought cider? That works too.

You can also add your own favorite ingredients or alter amounts based on your liking. We’ll be showing you a recipe that starts out with pre-made apple cider, jazzed up with some special add-ins. Feel free to adjust it to fit your taste.

For the cannabis infusion, this recipe uses a cannabis tincture.

What Are Cannabis Tinctures?

Cannabis tinctures are alcohols or oils infused with cannabis. This is a format that’s easy to add to food or beverages, so it’s perfect for this apple cider recipe.

You can purchase cannabis tinctures, or you can make your own using cannabis flower buds and distilled alcohol or plant-based oil. There are also different varieties of tinctures, with various concentrations of THC and CBD.

When using cannabis tincture, make sure that you use a dose that is fitting for your tolerance and comfort levels. You can also experiment to find out what amount and type you like best.

Ingredients

Apple cider (store-bought or homemade)
Cannabis-infused tincture
Cinnamon sticks (optional)
Star anise pods (optional)
Cloves (optional)
Brown sugar (optional)
Fresh Apple (optional)

Tools

Large pot or slow cooker
Knife (if using fresh apple or other fruit)
Stirring spoon or whisk
Strainer or cheesecloth and rubber band

How To Make Cannabis-Infused Apple Cider

Making cannabis-infused recipes is fairly simple as well as fun. Just follow these steps:

Pour your apple cider into your slow cooker or your pot on the stove.
Slice your fresh apple, if using.
Add your cinnamon sticks and fresh apple into the apple cider.
If using a cheesecloth and elastic, place the star anise pods and cloves, along with any other spices that you are using, inside and secure with the elastic. Otherwise, put them directly into the apple cider.
Turn your stove or slow cooker to medium heat.
In a separate bowl, mix your cannabis tincture and brown sugar.
Once the apple cider begins to boil, add the cannabis tincture/sugar mixture to the cider.
Turn the heat to low.
Stir your cider to dissolve the tincture.
If heating on the stove, let it cook on low for 5-10 minutes to infuse. If using a slow cooker, allow it to cook on low for about an hour.
Turn off the heat.
If you used the cheesecloth bundle, remove it from the cider. If not, strain the cider to remove the spice pods. You may add the cinnamon sticks and apple slices back in, if desired.
Serve!

Serving Suggestions

There are so many fun ways to enjoy your cannabis-infused cider. Here are a few ideas:

In a mug, with a garnish of more apple slices and cinnamon sticks
In a thermos or jar as a gift (preferably with cute fall decorations and labels)
Chilled and over ice for a taste of fall even in hot weather
In a large pot for serving at parties, preferably on a table with fall foliage and decor

No matter how you enjoy your apple cider, make sure that you do so safely. Know your limits, and start with smaller amounts of the cider if you’re unsure how you will be affected by the cannabis tincture. You can use our edible dosage calculator to more accurately determine how strong your servings will be.

Happy Fall!

We can’t wait for you to try out this fall classic! Let us know what you think or share your recipe tweaks in the comments below.

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Posted by Jasmine Cook

Jasmine Cook is a Los Angeles copywriter. She’s loved writing since elementary school, and she’s so excited to bring her passion to Veriheal. When she’s not writing, you can find her rewatching Succession and Gilmore Girls, hiking, or frequenting cafes.