Instructions

• First, wash your apples well, core them, then slice into quarters so they release lots of flavor.
• Next, slice your orange into thin rounds, you're gonna get a subtle citrus note that brightens the cider.
• Put your apples, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, whole nutmeg, cloves, and optional allspice into your slow cooker’s pot.
• Add brown sugar, and pour in 12 to 16 cups of water, just enough to cover everything fully.
• Place the lid secure and set the cooker on low for 6 to 8 hours or if you're in a hurry, high for 3 to 4 hours until the apples get soft and tender.
• When time’s up, use a potato masher right in the pot to mash the softened fruit and spices, this extra step releases even more flavor.
• Strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another container to get a clear, smooth cider.
• Serve it warm, and if it cools, just warm it back up gently before you pour your cup.