Mulled Apple Juice

Perfect for those cold winter nights. If you're looking to spice things up a little bit more, adding spiced rum is fantastic. I've done it with both juice made from concentrate and fresh apple juice and both are delicious

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  quarts water
• 1 (12 ounce) container  apple juice concentrate
• 1  star anise
• 1  cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  fresh grated nutmeg
• 1⁄4 teaspoon whole cloves
• 6  green cardamom pods
• 1⁄4 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried ginger, pieces
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  cassia chips
• 1⁄2 teaspoon orange zest

Directions

1. Mix the water and juice concentrate together and pour into a large teapot or 3 quart saucepan.
2. Add all spices to juice, cover, and bring to a boil for 2 minutes.
3. Remove from heat but keep the lid on.
4. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes.
5. Strain through cheesecloth or wire mesh strainer into serving container.
6. This drink keeps well in the refrigerator to be reheated by stove or microwave for single serving or later use.