Apple Knockers Recipe
1 (3″) sticks cinnamon, broken into pieces
2 ts Whole cloves
1 c Sugar
1/2 ts Ground nutmeg
2 qt Apple cider
2 c Orange juice
1/2 c Lemon juice
Place cinnamon sticks and cloves in a large tea ball, or tie in a cheesecloth bag. Set aside. Combine sugar and nutmeg in a large Dutch oven, stirring well. Gradually add apple cider, orange juice, and lemon juice, stirring well. Add tea ball. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 mins. Remove tea ball; discard spices. Serve beverage warm. Yield: 2 1/2 qts. From: America’s Best Recipes A 1991 Hometown Collection Food & Wine RT