Mixed Drink Monday: caramel apple cider

This is most definitely my favorite winter drink.  I found it two years ago on Pinterest, then spent a good 2 week hunting down the Kissed Caramel Vodka.

I wish I was joking...but the liquor store guy knew me pretty well by the time I finally got it.  A few nice things about this one:

1) It's super easy to make.
2) It's super easy to change up how strong the drink is.
3) It's apple cider so perfectly acceptable for morning drinking (which I really only do on the weekends, honest).

After 2 winters my vodka bottle is almost gone and you can bet I will be replacing it soon.  Definitely my favorite winter drink.

Caramel Apple Cider
Ingredients:
Apple cider (I typically use the powdered mix because it's easy to keep on hand.  And I actually prefer it to the actual liquid one at the stores.)
Kissed Caramel Vodka

Directions:
1) Heat up/make your cider in whatever method you choose.  I microwave my mug of water for 2 minutes and then add the powder.
2) Add vodka.  Stir. 

 My favorite way to enjoy is usually under a warm blanket with a good book.   But really, almost any way will do.

Source (modified)

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In the summer I aim to make a new drink every week and share them all here, good or bad!  See them all in chronological order by following the "Mixed Drink Monday" tag here or check out my favorites by scrolling down to "Mixed Drink Monday" on my recipes page!