5-6 inch cinnamon sticks 8 cups water, divided
1 tbsp whole cloves 1 cup instant iced tea mix
1 tsp whole allspice 4 cups apple juice
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine spices and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Strain, reserving liquid; discard spices. In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine remaining water with tea, apple juice and reserved liquid. Heat over low heat, stirring often, until all tea mix has dissolved. Increase heat to med-high; heat until piping hot. Makes 12 servings.