As promised...

HOT MULLED CIDER
(wassail)

2 qts. apple cider
1/2 c. orange juice
1/4 c. lemon juice(optional)
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. whole cloves
3 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp. nutmeg
2 oranges, sliced

Mix all ingredients and bring just to a boil. Simmer about 10 minutes. Strain and serve. May be garnished with fresh orange or lemon slice, or a cinnamon stick in each mug.