I make this, strain out the spices and then put it back into the original bottle and store in the fridge, ready to be heated when you want a cup. SO good on a cold winter night!!! I'm guessing it might last a week or two in the fridge but I'm not sure.
1/2 gallon apple juice or cider
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons whole allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
3 cinnamon stick
Mix together and boil for 20 minutes. Strain. Serve with cherries and orange slices. Can be refrigerated for future use. Just heat in microwave.