Instructions

1. Add cinnamon sticks to the apple cider. This is a traditional addition to apple cider and is very simple to do. Simply add a few cinnamon sticks to your apple cider while you heat it. Let the cinnamon sticks and apple cider simmer for a while on the stove and enjoy the aroma and taste.

2. Make a tea bag of multiple spices to spice up your apple cider. You may want to try spices like cloves, ginger and allspice, in addition to the cinnamon. Add peppercorns, brown sugar and maple syrup to the mix.

3. Throw in some Red Hot candies. Red Hots melt well in hot liquid and it'll offer a new twist on the old favorite. This is also a fun ingredient to use if your kids like the candies, since they can toss them in and watch them melt.

4. Create an adult beverage apple cider by adding some liqueur. Tequila, rum and brandy can all add a little spirit to apple cider for the adults in the group. If you're having a mixed age party, make a spiked apple cider for the adults and a non-spiked one for the kids.

5. Put some citrus juice or zest in the apple cider. Orange, lemon and lime can all add a different taste to regular apple cider. Different recipes call for zest or juice from these citrus fruits.