Spiced Apple Cider

I have to return the book to a friend, but I wanted to record this to use again. It makes a lot so I will probably only do it for parties, but it is yummy. Andy strained it with a clean dish towel to drink it because of all the stuff that sinks to the bottom. ;) But it is sooooo good.

Spiced Apple Cider
1 gallon apple juice/cider
1 c. orange juice
1/2 c. pineapple juice
1/4 c. lemon juice
1 tsp. lemon zest
1/4 c. sugar
2 sticks cinnamon
2 tsp. whole cloves
2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. ground ginger

Mix all the ingredients in a large slow cooker. (5 quarts or larger) Simmer on low 4-6 hours. Serve warm.

I used this for my book club this month. I had everyone read Sarah Plain and Tall. I thought it went well and didn't realize that the temperature would be high 90's outside when I served it. :)