Spiced Apple Cider Rum Punch Cocktail

I know this season is usually all about hot apple cider, but I'd love to suggest something a little different: spiced apple cider mixed with rum and fresh lemon juice, served very very cold over ice.

I served this refreshing Spiced Apple Cider Rum Punch at a party I hosted last night, and can report that it was a total hit. The punch bowl was completely empty by the end of the night, and several guests asked for the recipe.

And honestly? It's so simple!

This is a great recipe to keep in your back pocket for any parties you're hosting this winter (or...if you're just craving something different for happy hour).

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Loved this recipe? Here are three other Fall Cocktail Recipes you might like:

• Double Apple Spritzer Cocktails
• Pomegranate Rose Champagne Cocktails
• Spiked Hot Apple Pie Cider

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Spiced Apple Cider Rum Punch Cocktail
Makes 1 cocktail, multiply as needed

Ingredients
1/4 cup gold rum
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground cloves
1 cup apple cider
1 orange slice
1 cinnamon stick
Ice, for serving

Directions
Combine gold rum, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a cocktail glass. Stir to combine. Fill glass with ice. Add apple cider. Garnish with cinnamon stick and orange slice. Serve immediately.