8 c. apple juice
3 c. water
1/2 c. honey
3 cinnamon sticks
6 whole allspice berries or 1/2 tsp. ground allspice
12 cloves
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. lemon juice
1 orange, sliced

Combine apple juice, water, honey and spices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Let stand overnight. Strain and add citrus to spiced apple drink. Reheat before serving but do not boil.

PINEAPPLE CIDER: Omit lemon juice and reduce honey to 1/4 to 1/3 cup. Add 2 cups pineapple juice. Proceed as for cider.

CRANBERRY-APPLE WASSAIL: Omit orange and lemon juice, replacing it with 3 cups cranberry juice. In a slow cooker, heat all ingredients at low setting for 5 to 6 hours. Remove the cooled fruit. Serve drink garnished with fresh slices of orange.