Ingredients

• 6 cups apple cider
• 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
• A few gratings nutmeg
• Seeds from 1 vanilla bean
• One 2-inch piece orange zest
• 3/4 cup best-quality bourbon, optional
• Whipped cream, for serving

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Instructions

1. Combine the apple cider, brown sugar, nutmeg, vanilla seeds and orange zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Divide among heat-proof mugs, top with a splash of bourbon if desired and a few dollops of whipped cream.