How to Make Hot Apple Cider with Matcha & Chai

How to Make Hot Apple Cider with Matcha & Chai

Cozy up this season with a drink that’s as unique as it is delicious — Hot Matcha Chai Apple Cider. This festive beverage blends the bold chai spices with the natural sweetness of apple cider. Perfect for a cozy night in or your next holiday party, and yes, you can even spike it with a splash of your favorite cinnamon whiskey for an extra festive kick!

Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

  • 2 tbsp Miaroo Matcha Chai Blend
  • 3 cups apple cider (unfiltered for best flavor)
  • Optional sweetener (like honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar)
  • Whipped cream or frothed milk (optional for topping)
  • Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (for garnish)
  • Optional: Splash of cinnamon whiskey (like Fireball, for an adult twist)

Instructions

1. Warm the Apple Cider

  1. In a medium saucepan, pour 3 cups of apple cider.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of Miaroo Organic Matcha Latte Mix Chai Tea directly into the cider.
  3. Whisk the mixture continuously as it heats to ensure the matcha chai mix fully dissolves.
  4. Heat on medium until the cider is hot but not boiling. Taste and, if needed, add a sweetener like honey or maple syrup.

2. Serve & Garnish

  1. Pour the Hot Matcha Chai Apple Cider into mugs.
  2. If you want a cozy cocktail, add a splash of cinnamon whiskey for a holiday-inspired twist.
  3. Top with whipped cream or frothed milk for an indulgent finish.
  4. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon or nutmeg for that festive holiday vibe.

Tips & Variations

  • Dairy-Free Option: Top with coconut whipped cream or oat milk foam.
  • Boozy Twist: Cinnamon whiskey is a perfect addition, but you could also try bourbon, rum, or spiced whiskey.
  • Extra Creaminess: Swap half of the cider for oat milk or almond milk for a latte-style drink.
  • Batch It: Double or triple the recipe and keep it warm in a slow cooker for guests at your next gathering.

Why You’ll Love This Drink

This drink takes the classic apple cider and gives it a modern, flavorful twist. The earthy matcha flavor, warming chai spices, and sweet apple cider create a perfectly balanced, comforting drink. Plus, with Miaroo’s Matcha Chai Blend, you don’t have to fuss with separate ingredients — it’s all in one blend! Perfect for cozy mornings, holiday parties, or as a unique signature cocktail (thanks to that splash of cinnamon whiskey).

Ready to try it for yourself? Get Miaroo's Matcha Chai Blend and bring this seasonal favorite to life in your kitchen.
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