All Spiced Apple Cider

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon  whole allspice 
• 1 cinnamon stick (3 inch) 
• 3 cup  apple cider 
• 1 cup orange juice 
• 1/2  lemon, sliced 
• 1 teaspoon honey 
• 1/4 cup  brandy 

Method 

Tie allspice in a piece of cheesecloth. Place in a medium saucepan along with cinnamon stick, cider, orange juice, lemon slices and honey. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Remove spice bag. Stir in brandy. Serve with a cinnamon stick in each cup, if desired. 

Makes 6 servings.