One of my favorite things to drink during the cool fall months is a steaming cup of hot apple cider so what better way to entertain friends than to set up a simple hot apple cider bar?  Guests can serve themselves a mug of cider and add their own flavor combinations for the perfect custom fall drink.

How to Set Up an Apple Cider Bar for Fall Entertaining

And an apple cider bar couldn’t be easier to prepare.  Set out a crockpot full of hot apple cider {storebought is perfect} …

… next to mason jars and small bowls filled with sweet and savory ingredients that complement and enhance the flavor of apple cider.

Caramel {in sauce or candy form} and red hots are sweet and delicious when stirred into a mug of warm cider …

… or guests can choose a natural flavor like cinnamon sticks, orange slices, or a sprig of rosemary.

With every mug of hot apple cider, friends can enjoy a different flavor combination.  It’s a simple but fun way to entertain.

What stir-ins would you add to a hot apple cider bar?

For more cider ideas, be sure to check out this recipe for hot cranberry cider …

… an equally delicious recipe for hot citrus cider …

… and 15 hot cider recipes!