• 1 gallon apple cider
• pomegranate seeds
• apples, sliced
• pears, sliced
• oranges, quartered
• cloves
• cardamom, ground
• star anise
• allspice

Special Equipment

• cauldron (don't have one? OK to use a large pot)
• cheesecloth for wrapping spices

1. Heat a cauldron of apple cider. Add pomegranate seeds, apple and pear slices, and clove-spiked orange wedges
2. Add cheesecloth-wrapped ground cardamom, star anise and allspice
3. Bring to a boil, lower heat  and simmer 15 minutes
4. Strain and ladle into a mug, careful not to burn your hands or lips, breathe in the autumn aromas, and enjoy