Instant Pot Cranberry Apple Cider Bourbon is made largely of fresh ingredients, from apples to cranberries to a naval orange. You slice everything up and toss it in the Instant pot with fresh ginger and spices, add some Maple Syrup.
- 6 large Gala Apples cored and thinly sliced
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries
- 1 Naval Orange sliced
- 4 Cinnamon Sticks
- 1/2 tsp Whole Cloves
- 2 whole Star Anise
- 2 inch knob Fresh Ginger thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 gallon Water
- 1 1/2 cups Bourbon
- Remove stems from apples and cut apples into thin slices.
- Add thinly sliced apples, cranberries, and the orange (skin on) to the Instant Pot.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and ginger to the Instant Pot.
- Add the water (should cover the fruit).
- Add the maple syrup to the rest of the ingredients. Stir to combine.
- Put the lid on, making sure that the pressure valve is in the “Sealing” position.
- Select the “Pressure Cook” mode.
- Set the time to 15 minutes.
- Do a natural release for 15 minutes, followed by a quick release.
- Strain the fruit from the cider.
- Add Bourbon. Stir to combine
- Serve hot, or allow to chill for 2 hours if you prefer.
Please note that nutrition facts are subject to change based on your choice of ingredients.