Lion House Wassail

Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups white sugar

4 cups water

2 cinnamon sticks

1 slice fresh ginger root

4 cups orange juice

2 cups lemon juice

8 cups apple juice

8 whole allspice berries

1 tablespoon whole cloves

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, combine sugar and water. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and add cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, cloves, and ginger. Cover and let stand in warm place for 1 hour.
2. Strain liquid into a large pot. Just before serving, add juices and cider and quickly bring to boil. Remove from heat and serve.