Cider

• 1.25 liter non-alcoholic apple cider
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 6 crushed cardamom pods

Heat apple cider, cinnamon and cardamom in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse their flavour. Strain and divide among serving glasses. Serve immediately.

• 750ml sparkling apple cider
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 whole cloves
• 2 tablespoons golden syrup
• 1/2 cup brandy

Place cider, cinnamon, cloves and golden syrup in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 5 minutes or until fragrant. Stir in brandy. Strain into heatproof glasses. Serve.

Warm your guests'hearts and souls with this mulled holiday punch.

• 1/2 gallon(s) apple cider
• 1/3 cup(s) dark brown sugar
• 2 stick(s) cinnamon
• 5 whole allspice berries
• 1 (1/2 inch by 1/2 inch) chunk fresh ginger, peeled
• 3 whole cloves
• 8 slice(s) orange

In a 3-quart saucepan, combine cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, ginger, and cloves. Heat to a simmer and allow to cook 20 minutes. Strain into a punch bowl and garnish with orange slices. Serve warm.