A seasonal beverage, guaranteed to make it feel like the holidays!                      

6 C (1.5 quarts) water

8 oz. fresh cranberries

1 lemon, sliced

1 orange, sliced

1 C orange juice

10 whole cloves

1 cinnamon stick

½ C agave nectar, or honey – sweeten to taste

In a large pot, combine water and cranberries, lemon and orange slices, orange juice, cinnamon stick and cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for at least 45 minutes and up to 2 hours. Add the agave nectar (or honey) and adjust for sweetness. Wonderful served hot or cold, but if you have extra, strain off the cranberries and spices before refrigerating. Keeps refrigerated up to 2 weeks. Serves 6.