Comments:  This spicy cider tates delicious after winter sports, so here's just the gift for a hostess on a ski vacation.

1/2	cup	dried cranberries
12		cinnamon sticks
1/2	tsp.	crushed whole cloves
2	Tbsp.	whole allspice

In a small bowl, stir the cranberries and spices together. Store in an airtight container.

Attach this to the Jar:

Spiced Cranberry Cider

2	quarts	apple cider
1	quart	water
1	pkg.	Spiced Cranberry Cider Mix
2	sliced	oranges

In a large saucepan combine the cider, water, and Spiced Cranberry Cider Mix. Heat through but do not boil. Add most of the orange slices. Serve warm, garnished with the remaining orange slices.