Ingredients

32 whole allspice berries

24 cinnamon sticks

24 cardamom pods

12 whole cloves

12 strips (2 inches wide) orange zest (from about 3 oranges)

1 gallon apple cider

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Cider can be kept warm over very low heat. Strain before serving, reserving cinnamon sticks for garnish if desired.