Wassil (A Yummy Holiday Drink)

Angelia Beal

5 1/2 c. white sugar
2 1/2 qt. water
1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves
10 cinnamon sticks
10 whole allspice
5 T. crystallized ginger (2 1/2 T. diced)

Bring to a boil (10-20 minutes) until ginger is clear. Cover and steep for 1 hour.

Add:
2 qt. orange juice
5 c. lemon juice (RealLemon)
6 qt. apple cider (or juice)
1 orange and 1 lemon, sliced thin

Serve hot or cold.