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Step 1
Pull out a nice big pot....set it on the stove.
Step 2
Pour the wine into the pot, and set the flame to LOW. (don't boil it!! )
Step 3
Add the granulated Sugar
Step 4
Slice the oranges, then stick the cloves into the orange slices, and into the wine they go
Step 5
Put the cinnamon sticks in too... and the Star Anise if you like, and allspice pods if you have them.
Step 6
Add the Orange juice
Step 7
and if you want... the brandy
Step 8
Now....
Step 9
Wait
Step 10
Simmer... stirring occasionally for 30 minutes. (don't let it boil!!)
Step 11
Taste
Step 12
Add Sugar if needed
Step 13
Taste
Step 14
Play with it some more if you want
Step 15
Now .... enjoy....
Step 16
You can buy Spice Mixes to add to your wine, to make it easier...