Cheesecloth
1/2-inch cinnamon stick
1 star anise
2 pods cardamom
4 black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon cloves
Twine
Tin
Ribbon
Holly sprig
Directions
Cut cheesecloth into two 6-inch
rounds; layer. In center, place
1/2-inch cinnamon stick, 1 star anise,
2 pods cardamom, 4 black
peppercorns, and 1/4 teaspoon
cloves. Tie with twine. Set several
in tin, and tie with bow and holly
sprig. Adhere decorative label.
Attach a note with the following
directions: "Place one sachet in mug,
fill with hot cider, and steep
3 to 5 minutes."