Ingredients

8 cups apple cider or juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmegAdditional cinnamon sticks, optional

Preparation

In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Use additional cinnamon sticks for stirrers if desired.