Hot Wassail

Hot Wassail 2 apples 8 cups apple cider 2 cups orange juice 1/3 cup lemon juice 4 cinnamon sticks 15 whole cloves ,or 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar , optional Poke the whole cloves into the apples on all sides. Add all of the ingredients, including the apples, to a large pot over medium low heat. Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 30-45 minutes. Remove the apples and whole cloves. Ladle into mugs and enjoy!