Wassail - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 c. apple cider
2 c. orange juice
1 c. lemonade
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. instant tea powder
1 tsp. crystallized ginger, chopped
10 whole cloves
2 sticks cinnamon
1 1/2 to 2 c. bourbon (optional)

Preparation

Combine all ingredients, except bourbon, in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap.
Microwave on High for 12 to 15 minutes or until desired serving temperature is reached, stirring every 5 minutes.
Garnish with orange or lemon slices, if desired.