If you've never made homemade apple cider, then this is the year to start: it’s easy to make, versatile based on what you have on hand, and is the perfect way to use up all of those extra. Learn how to make homemade apple cider in the slow cooker. This is so easy and you only need a few ingredients to get started. See what apple cider is and how it's different from apple juice. We break down all there is to know about the popular fall drink and how to prepare it. Find out what the research says about apple, who should avoid it, and how it may affect your health. When consumed in moderation, apple cider can be a nutritious autumn beverage, but there are some health considerations to be aware of. Here's what to know before adding it to your diet. Apple cider (also called sweet cider, soft cider, or simply cider) is the name used in the United States and Canada for an unfiltered, unsweetened, non-alcoholic beverage made from apples. This apple cider recipe is simple to make at home by slow-cooking apples, sugar, cinnamon, and allspice on the stovetop until soft, then straining.