What could be better on a cold autumn day?
8 cups apple cider
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
6 inches of stick cinnamon
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 orange, sliced into thin wedges
8 whole cloves
In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider and brown sugar. Add the spices and orange wedges, studded with the 8 whole cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat and allow to simmer for a minimum of half 30 minutes. Strain solids and return to the pot. Serve hot.
Makes 8 cups.