Place the larger items such as dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks at the bottom of your jar. Layer in the whole cloves, star anise pods, and cranberries or goji berries. Finally, add the rosemary or evergreen sprigs.

Use a pint-sized or clear glass jar with a lid to showcase the layers of ingredients.

Attach a gift tag or label with simmering instructions. Advise to pour the contents into a large pot, add enough water to cover the ingredients, and simmer on low heat.

Transfer the jar’s contents into a simmering vessel, add water to cover everything, and gently simmer on low heat for up to 5 hours. Monitor the water level and replenish as needed.

Tie twine or ribbon around the jar’s lid and add a sprig of greenery, a small cinnamon stick, or a dried orange slice for presentation.