Mulling Spices (For Wine/Apple Cider)

Ingredients

• 6 whole cardamom
• 1 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1 tablespoon whole allspice
• 1 teaspoon orange rind
• 12 whole cinnamon sticks

Directions

1. 1

   Open cardamon pods and remove seeds; crust lightly.

2. 2

   Combine seeds with cloves, allspice and orange peel.

3. 3

   Place 2 teaspoons of spice mixture in the center of a 4 inch square of cheesecloth or muslin; bring corners together and tie with string to make a bag.

4. 4

   Tie 3 cinnamon sticks to each bag; repeat with remaining spice mixture.

5. 5

   Directions for use: Place 1 bag in 1 quart apple cider, cranberry juice or red wine.

6. 6

   Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve warm.