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What a delicious and comforting drink for Autumn and Winter. I made a small trial amount as a test run for the coming holidays and as soon as I finish this writing I’m going to make the full amount of butter mix to keep in the freezer to use as wanted. This is mellow and beautifully spiced and would be wonderful to have hot and ready for arriving guests coming in from the outdoor chill. You’ll want to use real butter for this, it’s so very worth it. You could also try this with alcoholic cider if you really want something with a kick but the 3 adults that sampled my test run loved it as is and you can share this with the kids.

Makes: 18-24 servings

INGREDIENTS:
SPICE BUTTER:

• 1 1/2 cups butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground anise

JUICE:

• 1/2 gallon apple juice or cider (or whatever amount you want)

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large bowl beat butter, brown sugar, and spices till light and fluffy.
2. Cover and store in refrigerator for up to two weeks.
3. To serve: spoon one rounded tablespoon of spice butter into a mug and fill with 3/4 cup boiling apple juice; stir to blend.
4. Garnish with lemon slice and cinnamon stick if desired.