Ingredients

  • 2 quarts apple cider
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 (2-inch) piece ginger
  • 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh cranberries or 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 orange, zested

Method

  • ** Not for consumption.
  • Combine all of ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Once the mixture is boiling, turn heat down to low and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • The cider will permeate the house with a warm and inviting holiday scent.
  • Add more apple cider as needed when the cider evaporates.
  • This recipe can also be reduced by half and prepared in a fondue pot so that it can be placed in a room other than the kitchen.