Hot Fruit Punch - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. water
1/2 c. sugar
10 whole cloves
2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
4 c. grape juice
2 c. orange juice
orange slices (optional)

Preparation

Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
Strain mixtures, discarding spices.
Gradually add fruit juice to hot mixture and heat thoroughly.
Garnish with orange slices if desired.
Yields 10 cups.