Ingredients
- 10–12 medium apples (assorted types), quartered
- 2 oranges, quartered
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 Tbsp whole cloves
- 2 whole star anise
- 1-inch fresh ginger
- 16 cups water, more or less
- 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar
Directions
- 1.Add the apples, oranges, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and anise to a large stockpot. Cover with water, leaving about an inch or two of space at the top of the stockpot.
- 2.Heat the cider over high heat until it reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the apples are completely soft.
- 3.Using a potato masher or a wooden spoon, take a minute to mash all of the apples and oranges against the side of the stockpot to release more of their flavors. Then cover and simmer for 1 more hour.
- 4.Enjoy your Homemade Apple Cider!
