Mulling Spice

8 VE Cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces
2 whole nutmegs, crushed
1/3 cup VE Whole cloves
1/3 cup minced dried orange peel (OR 1/4 cup ground orange peel)
1/4 cup whole allspice berries
Garnish with VE Cinnamon Sticks, or slice of orange, or lemon peel (optional)

Directions:
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Place 1 Tbsp of spice mixture in double thickness cheese cloth and tie off to make a little bag. Store in an airtight container.

To use:
Simmer 1 quart cider, tea or wine with 1 bag of spices for at least 20 minutes. Pour into mugs and add garnish, if desired, before serving.