Spiced Citrus Cider

This is from Dec/Jan TOH. I don't see any reason this couldn't be done in the crock pot. When I make it, I will probably omit the sugar.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 20
• Yields: 1 gallon

Ingredients

• 5  cups water
• 4  lemons, sliced
• 4  oranges, sliced
• 2  cinnamon sticks
• 2  teaspoons whole allspice
• 3  quarts apple cider
• 1  cup sugar

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, lemons, oranges and spices to a boil.
2. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
3. Strain and discard the fruit and spices.
4. Stir in the cider and sugar and heat through before serving.