Ingredients:

• 4 cups apple cider
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon whole allspice
• 1-2 cups ginger ale or club soda (for a fizzy touch)
• Slices of apples and oranges for garnish
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the apple cider, orange juice, cranberry juice, lemon juice, and honey (or maple syrup). Mix well to ensure the sweetener is dissolved.
2. Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and whole allspice into a cheesecloth or a spice bag. Securely tie it and place it in the pitcher with the juice mixture. Alternatively, you can add the spices directly to the liquid and strain them later.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until thoroughly cold. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld together.
4. Before serving, remove the spice bag or cheesecloth containing the spices.
5. Add the ginger ale or club soda to the chilled punch just before serving to give it some effervescence.
6. Add slices of apples and oranges to the pitcher for a decorative touch.
7. Serve the Old-Fashioned Cider Punch over ice in glasses or mugs.

Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful cold cider punch that’s perfect for any occasion! Adjust the sweetness or spices according to your taste preferences. Cheers!