Step 1

Place the apple cider, cinnamon stick, orange juice, cloves and star anise in a small pot and bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and strain into a pitcher.

Step 2

If you plan to rim the glass with sugar do that now. See notes for details.

Step 3

In the glass, add 2 oz bourbon and 1 cup of the cider mix.

Step 4

Garnish with an orange slice and stick of cinnamon and serve warm.