Allspiced cider

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonWhole allspice
1Cinnamon stick (3 inch)
3cupsApple cider
1cupOrange juice
½Lemon, sliced
1teaspoonHoney
¼cupBrandy

Directions

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.

From McCormick/Schilling and American Spice Trade Association.

Printed in the December 27, 1992, issue of the Los Angeles Daily News.