Ingredients

  • 16 cups (1 gallon) apple cider
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • Pinch grated nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons whole cloves
  • 1 orange
  • Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
  • 2 cups bourbon, optional

Method

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add the apple cider.
  • Stir in the brown sugar, allspice and nutmeg until the sugar is dissolved and bring to a low boil.
  • Stick the pointy ends of the cloves into the orange so that just the buds of the cloves are visible.
  • The entire orange should be covered with the cloves.
  • Add the orange to the cider and reduce the heat to simmer.
  • Cover and continue cooking for 20 minutes.
  • Serve in warm mugs with a cinnamon stick garnish.
  • For adults, add bourbon to the cider.