Make the perfect cool-weather party punch. This warm fruity sipper is sweet and spicy, and guaranteed to warm you from the toes up.

 Make the perfect cool-weather party punch. This warm fruity sipper is sweet and spicy, and guaranteed to warm you from the toes up.

Ingredients

• 1 gallon apple cider
• 1 (11.5-ounce) can apricot nectar
• 2 cups sugar $
• 2 cups orange juice $
• 3/4 cup lemon juice
• 4 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
• 2 teaspoons ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation

1. Bring all ingredients to a boil in a Dutch oven; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks. Serve hot.
2. Apple Cider Sipper: Omit nectar. Makes 19 cups.