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<\/a>\nA Rhuby Rum Cider Cocktail featuring dark rum,
\n grapefruit and pomegranate juices, and chai cider!
\nPhoto by Kathy Casey Liquid Kitchen<\/a>\u00ae<\/p>\n
And with Thanksgiving coming, why not consider serving a hard cider with your holiday bird. Think a dryer style apple cider; it\u2019s a great alternative to white wine.<\/p>\n
Hosting a party? Mix up a batch of my Pear & Blackberry Sangria<\/strong> \u2013 sure to be a crowd favorite! Or how about putting together a cider tasting! Ask your guests to each bring a different cider. Put a brown bag over each one and tie at the top. Then give each guest 3 ribbons to hang around the top of their favorites, taste, unveil, and crown the cider winners. How fun is that!<\/p>\n So cheers to sipping some ciders! \u2013Kathy<\/p>\n Pear & Blackberry Sangria<\/strong> Makes about 4-6 servings<\/p>\n 1\/4 cup water In a blender cup combine the water, lemon juice and blackberries. Process until smooth. Then strain through a fine mesh strainer and discard solids. Add the honey, orange juice and brandy and stir until honey is dissolved. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.<\/p>\n When ready to serve combine the blackberry mixture with the chilled cider in a large container. Add the berries and pear. Serve over ice<\/p>\n
\nBlackberries can be switched out for raspberries or strawberries depending upon what\u2019s peak of season at your local market.<\/p>\n
\n2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
\n1\/2 cup blackberries
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\n1 1\/2 \u2013 2 tablespoons blackberry honey
\n2 Tbsp. fresh orange juice
\n2 Tbsp. brandy or cognac
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\n1 (22 oz) bottles Crispin Natural Hard Pear Cider Lion Belge
\nGarnish: fresh blackberries and sliced pear<\/p>\n