Mulled Cranberry Orange Cider

8 1 cup servings
155 calories
0.1 grams fat
0.6 grams protein
38.5 grams carbs
0.1 grams fiber

4 whole cloves
4 whole allspice
2 star anise
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick, broken in half
5 cups apple cider
3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 orange slices
8 small orange slices (optional)

Place first four ingredients on a cheese cloth square. Gather edges of cheese cloth together; tie securely. Combine spice bag, cider, cranberry juice, sugar, and 4 orange slices in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, 10 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Discard spice bag and orange slices. Serve with additional orange slices, if desired.