Cider Punch

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups sweet apple cider

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 3 whole cloves

• pinch of salt

• 1 whole orange

• 3/4 cup apple brandy or bourbon

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine apple cider, cinnamon stick, whole cloves and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Halve the orange; squeeze the juice into the pan and add the peels. Bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat and let steep 10 to 15 minutes.

2. Strain into a pitcher and add 3/4 cup apple brandy or bourbon. Chill at least 2 hours or overnight.

3. Serve in tall glasses on the rocks or reheat and serve warm in punch mugs. Garnish with orange slices.

| Adapted from Food Network Magazine