Vodka Caramel-Apple Cider

A wonderful twist on hot apple ciders; great for the holiday season and for warming up on chilly evenings.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 6  ounces  apple juice (Treetop 100% Juice is best!)
• 2  teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 ounce  caramel syrup (Torani brand, or something similar)
• 1  ounce vodka (the smoother, the better ( as middle of the road, I recommend Three Olives brand vodka)
•  whipped cream (optional)
•  caramel sauce (optional)

Directions

1. In a saucepan, bring the apple juice, cinnamon, and caramel syrup to a boil.
2. Reduce heat, and add vodka.
3. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes
4. Serve in a mug.
5. Top off with whipped cream, another dash of cinnamon, and/or caramel sauce, if you prefer.
6. Enjoy your hot, relaxing beverage!
7. ** If beverage is too sweet, omit the caramel syrup and have a vodka-apple-cider-sans-caramel instead!