Denard Brewing

This is great as a fall/winter warmer with or without the booze. Enjoy!
1. Add the following to a pot:
-4 cup apple cider
-1/8 of a whole star anise
-1 vanilla bean
-1 allspice berry
-1/4 stick Ceylon cinnamon
-1 clove
-1/4 tsp mace
-1/4 tsp nutmeg
-1 small piece of fresh or dried ginger 
2. Mull over medium heat until hot. 
3. Ladle into a coffee mug. 
4. Optional: Add your favorite rum or bourbon. I suggest Zaya Grand Reserva rum.