1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 sticks cinnamon
1 tbsp. whole cloves
1/2 tsp. whole allspice
1 c. water
2 qts. apple juice
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 orange, thinly sliced

Combine sugar, salt, spices and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Combine apple juice and fruit slices in a large saucepan. Heat gently. Strain hot spice liquid into apple juice, and serve warm. Yield: 2 quarts.