Christmas Wassail - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 qt. apple juice or cider
1 pt. cranberry juice
3/4 c. sugar
2 sticks cinnamon, broken up
1 tsp. whole allspice
1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a crock-pot or slow cooker.
If desired, tie whole spices in cheesecloth or place in a tea strainer.
Cover and set on high for 1 hour, then on low for 4 to 8 hours.
Serve warm.
To spike, add 1 cup rum.
Makes 12 cups.