Cider-Bourbon Thermos Cocktail

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

Whether served hot or cold, this easy thermos cocktail with apple cider, tea, and bourbon is perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

2 3/4 cups apple cider
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3 bags cinnamon-flavored black tea
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced
3 cardamom pods, split
6 ounces bourbon
1/4 cup lemon juice

Directions

1 Bring cider and maple syrup just to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat. Add tea bags, ginger, and cardamom. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove and discard tea bags and spices. Stir in bourbon and lemon juice.
2 Transfer to a warmed 32- to 40-ounce thermos.