Marge's Wassail

While wassail is quick to prepare, made hours in advance it will fill the home with a wonderful aroma.

Ingredients:

2 quarts sweet apple cider
2 c orange juice
1 c lemon juice
1 1/2 c unsweetened pineapple juice
1 stick cinnamon
12 whole cloves
sugar or honey to taste

Stir all ingredients in a large pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Do not boil or it will thicken. Strain to remove cloves. Serve hot with or without rum or brandy.  Garnish with a thin fresh orange slice cut on the round.