Food & Cooking Recipes Drink Recipes Warm Vanilla Cider 3.9 (67) 2 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 22, 2019 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: 6 With whipped cream and Honeyed Walnuts, this drink is like a dessert. And when made without the bourbon, it's perfect for children. Ingredients 6 cups fresh apple cider 2 tablespoons packed dark-brown sugar 2 whole nutmeg seeds 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped) 6 ounces (¾ cup) bourbon, if desired Whipped cream Honeyed Walnuts Directions Combine apple cider, dark-brown sugar, nutmeg seeds, and vanilla bean in a medium saucepan. Gently simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and add bourbon if desired. Remove and discard solids. Divide among 6 mugs or heatproof glasses, and top each with a dollop of whipped cream and a few honeyed walnuts. Rate it Print