GLUG (traditional Scandinavian holiday drink)

okay, you probably can't take this to the church potluck if you're an Evangelical. But if you're Catholic, go for it! If you're Lutheran, this is probably already a staple!

1 Tbl whole Cloves
8 sticks Cinnamon
8 Cardamom seeds
1 cp White Sugar
1 cp Brown Sugar (firmly packed)
2 cp Raisins
4 cp Water
2 qt Port Wine
2 qt Burgundy
2 1/2 cp Brandy

Tie cloves, cinnamon, cardamom seeds together in cheesecloth. Put 1 quart water over tied spices, sugars and raisins. Let simmer until raisins are plump. Add the wine. When mixture bubbles around edges, add brandy. Stir until it begins to steam. More brandy may be added if you want more of a kick in it. Serve in a warm cup. Serves 32 (6 oz. cups).