3 (4 inch) sticks cinnamon
3 bay leaves
1/4 c. whole cloves
1/2 lemon, halved
1/2 orange, halved
1 qt. water

Combine all ingredients in a tea kettle or saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer as long as desired. Check often, and add more water if needed. Mixture may be stored in refrigerator several days and reused.