Ingredients

8 cups brewed coffee1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup chocolate syrup1/2 teaspoon anise extract4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1-1/2 teaspoons whole clovesAdditional cinnamon sticks, optional

Preparation

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine coffee, sugar, chocolate syrup and extract. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours.

Discard spice bag. If desired, serve coffee with cinnamon sticks.