Mulled Apple Juice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 quarts water
1 (12 ounce) container apple juice concentrate
1 star anise
1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
1/4 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
6 green cardamom pods
1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
1/4 teaspoon dried ginger, pieces
1/4 teaspoon cassia chips
1/2 teaspoon orange zest

Preparation

Mix the water and juice concentrate together and pour into a large teapot or 3 quart saucepan.
Add all spices to juice, cover, and bring to a boil for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat but keep the lid on.
Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Strain through cheesecloth or wire mesh strainer into serving container.
This drink keeps well in the refrigerator to be reheated by stove or microwave for single serving or later use.