Ingredients:
1 gallon apple cider
2 tablespoons whole allspice
2 tablespoons whole cloves
5 -6 cinnamon sticks
orange slices
additional cinnamon sticks (optional)
Directions:
Tie small spices in a small cheesecloth and drop into the cider; allow cinnamon to just go on its own.
Heat mixture on the stove and simmer for at least 30 minutes before serving, stirring occasionally to agitate the spices.
Float orange slices on top of the cider.
Pour into mugs and serve, with a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Makes 1 gallon.
Servings: 16
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 35 min.