1/2 c. brown sugar
2 qts. cider
1 tsp. whole allspice
1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves
2 sticks cinnamon
Orange slices

Put all ingredients in crock pot. Tie spices into small cloth bag or tea ball. Cover and set on low 2 to 8 hours. Serve from crockpot with ladle.

For Hot Spiced Wine: Substitute 2 fifths of sweet sherry or port wine for cider. Rest of recipe is the same.