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The winter blues has a way of making us feel constantly tired and rundown. The short days, long nights and the “crisp” Canadian weather is enough to make anyone want to hibernate until the spring. Although it may seem like the best option, it’s probably not the most plausible. So how can you tackle winter woes and build up energy? Embrace the season with a ray of Florida sunshine!
One serving of 100 per cent pure Florida orange juice (250 mL) contains great nutrients and more than a full day’s supply of vitamin C, which is a key nutrient to help support a healthy immune system and help fight off wintertime colds and flues. Orange juice is also a nutritious additive to a variety of recipes! Try this winter warmer to help beat the cold:
Orange Cider
3 cups 100% pure Florida orange juice
1 cup apple juice
2 inches stick cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
Florida orange juice and spices add just the right flavours to this warm pick-me-up.
In a saucepan combine orange juice, apple juice, cinnamon, and cloves. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Sieve to remove cinnamon and cloves. Serve warm. If desired, float Florida orange slices on top.
Tricia S:
Looks good to me!
amym:
Orange Cinder sounds like a tasty drink after playing outside in the cold.
Tricia S:
Looks like a yummy drink!
dmhaen :
I have never made cider with orange juice; who would have thought!
trcalver:
Sounds Delish!!! Great recipe, will try :)
mwatt:
This sounds so yummy and unique. I'll have to try it for sure.
patricknglenda:
This warm spicy drink, would warm you and make you feel cosy after a brisk walk.
Pat B:
Some hot apple drinks are too sweet, but this sounds just right!
Catherine :
Sounds wonderful!
jodelene:
What a great recipe! We could all use some vitamin c here!
Diane52:
This would be a great drink to take to the toboggan hill.
janicour:
Loved the orange cider. A nice way to get some Florida sunshine when it is minus 45 outside here.
jodik:
At minus 27 here today we are definitely going to be trying this recipe
emmyjr1:
I tried this today, my kids loved it!
Onebolf:
I have everything that this recipe calls for and will be trying it tomorrow morning. Yum, Yum what a great way to start our day.
Janers:
This is a perfect "comfort drink" for a cold and "wet coast" day!
maple_65:
sounds like something i could use on a cold morning
beebubbabella :
Nothing like a Florida orange juice recipe
dphumphrey:
I can't live without my oranges, my new fave, an orange plus a grapefruit in one.
Dahlia:
I would never have thought to mix cinamon and orange juice. I think I'll try this, it could be fun and yummy.
ehelfand:
I would like to try this.
Tracey H:
Yummy! I'm going to try this tomorrow when we get home from snow-shoeing!
Tracey H:
Yummy! I'm going to try this tomorrow when we come in from snow-shoeing!
theflower:
I've always has hot apple cider but never a hot citrus drink. I'm looking forward to trying this one.
lindal:
I have been reading lately about the benefits of honey and cinnamon. Just add some honey to this reciepe and it would have even more benefits as a healthy drink.
Jennifer:
This drink sounds wonderful!
Kevin B:
I could drink this as a cold drink
ges:
I sure need some Florida citrus sunshine!
nancyfenton:
Sounds like a perfect bedtime drink
Sandra S (clirl):
Mmmh, sounds delicious!
jmeme:
Delicious pick-me-up!
laurie:
That sounds really good.
kris:
juicy...mmmm...love it!
smartmama:
Citrus fruit is my favourite.
bushcampcafe:
this sounds really yummy....but would have to pass on the cinnamon, as much as i love it i am not supposed to eat it!!
bushcampcafe:
this sounds really yummy....but would have to pass on the cinnamon, as much as i love it i am not supposed to eat it!!
lisa:
What a nice idea to have a warm drink- it is minus 41'C with the wind today.
Jennifer Rayment:
This actually sounds really yummy and a different way of using my oj
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jen s.:
sounds great - tasty and healthy.
l.vroom:
what a great idea
l.vroom:
Never thought of that, what a great idea
Sweets33:
Sounds delicious -- will definitely have to try this recipe. Thanks!
donnas:
Sounds delicious!!
MC:
What an awesome drink for breakfast! Mixed it with some protein powder and made a wonderful shake! Thanks for sharing!
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erin m.:
the sounds great, I can't wait to try it.
kstalla:
I like it! Will have to try!
remarker:
I've never heard of orange cider. Have to give it a try sometime
Marlene V:
This would be great to have after tobogganing with the kids!! Thanks for the recipe.
lindawwww:
Can't wait to try this recipe!
tomboybc:
really great, make a similar one. paul
ruthy:
On my way to the kitchen to try it now-it's -20 right now
GloriaK:
Anything with grapefruit is delish!
Julia Lipov:
What a great sounding recipe
Sparkle:
Wouldn't this be great after coming in from skating or skiing?
snickerzmom:
I have been going broke buying granola bars for my hubby, and it has been difficult to find bars with ingredients we like. So I'll be trying this out for sure!
Crescenza:
Sounds like a great winter brew.
laurel:
sounds. easy and i can't wait to try it, i don't see my comment here so i am making anothering one, it must not of gone through
laurel :
this is a great recipe and sounds wonderflul , i am gong to try it
Jennifer:
My favourite thing about this is that you can still keep the local foods flair alive with some piping hot cider!
Suzette MacNevin:
Yummy! What a delicious pick me up!
C. Bosch:
Anything warm and sunny would be great right now. It is -25 C and the wind chill is biting. This sounds like it would warm the senses and knock out the punch from the frosty weather.
Vanessa:
orange cider - sounds delicious! I'm trying this!
Sarah:
Sounds fantastic! We love anything warm and sunny to combat the chills here in northern Canada :D
sondra:
I will definitely try this recipe. It sounds like a great beverage to enjoy on a cold winter's night.
Samantha Stainer:
What a unique idea. I have always make apple cider but have never tried it with orange juice. And great to have that added Vitamin C, especially during the flu/cold season. Can't wait to try it!
RITA :
This concoction sounds delicious! I can't wait to make it. All those vitamins should keep the cold bugs away!
margaret44:
Sounds delicious :)
linda:
This would be so yummy with snacks after a day of skating.
sylvia shaw:
sounds great, will be trying the recipe soon, love florida oranges
viv123:
Sounds easy enough to make; I might try this!
janetm:
I think I would like orange cider.
Tricia S:
Apple cider is big where I live. This recipe looks great and I'm going to try it -- yum!
manon:
I like this recipe...
catamorgan:
Sounds yummy!
tooliecat:
i love that this seems so "warm"
Julielaura1:
Sounds great!
maydascoins:
Looks like a great way to get some extra vitamin C
Nate3333:
This looks so tasty, i want to try it now.
rosa:
will definitely try this recipe out!
MikeM:
a delicious recipe!
cheryl:
I like the ingredients.
Emmyjr1:
Yum! Add a splash of orange vodka and you'll be warm in no time.
Tracey Steer:
This looks like a great recipe...
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