1 1/2 ts Kudzu powder
6 1/4 c Apple cider; divided
4 3" cinnamon sticks
12 Whole cloves
1 ts Grated orange rind

Combine kudzu powder and 1/4 cup apple cider, stirring well; set kudzu powder mixture aside.

Combine remaining 6 cups apple cider and next 3 ingredients in a Dutch oven; bring apple cider mixture to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Pour apple cider mixture through a wire-mesh strainer into a bowl, discarding spices. Return liquid to Dutch oven and bring to a boil.

Add kudzu powder mixture, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, 1 minute or until mixture is translucent. Serve hot.