Ingredients:
3 cups apple cider
1 (12 1/2 ounce) cans apricot nectar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks ( 3-inch)
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
square cheesecloth ( or unbleached muslin)
kitchen twine
Directions:
Heat cider, apricot nectar, and brown sugar in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Tie cloves in a square of cheesecloth or muslin with kitch twine.
Add clove sachet and cinnamon sticks to cider and stir.
Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
Remove and discard the spices before serving.
Serve warm; may garnish cups with a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 15 min.