Bad Santa

DIRECTIONS

• Crack or smash the dried spices but do not grind.
• Toast dry spices in a large, dry pot over medium-high heat, until aromatic.
• Cool pot before adding wine, orange, lemon, sugar and bay leaves.
• Reheat pot and bring to a slow simmer.
• Allow to simmer for 30 minutes (do not boil).
• Turn off heat and leave mix to cool and let spices rest for an hour.
• Strain off spices and add port and Grand Marnier.
• Bottle and store until needed.
• Reheat to serve in a crockpot on medium heat.
• Serve in Santa Head Mug with dehydrated orange wheel garnish.