No-hassle wassail

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1gallonApple cider
2quartsApricot nectar
3cupsDark rum
cupBrown sugar; firm pack
¼cupLemon juice
6Sticks cinnamon; 3\" each
3smallsOranges
teaspoonWhole cloves

Directions

Combine cider, nectar, rum, brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon sticks in a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour. Stud oranges with cloves, and add to cider mixture. Serve hot. YIELD: 1-½ gallons