Wash the apples, core and cut into wedges. Peel and slice oranges (or lemon).
In a large pot, add the chopped apples, orange (or lemon) slices, cinnamon sticks, ground nutmeg, ground cloves and sugar. Pour in enough water to cover the fruit.
Bring to a boil. Then turn the heat down, cover and simmer on low heat for 3 hours.
This time the fruit will be very soft. Use a large wooden spoon or a potato masher to mash the fruit. This is to help the fruit release its juice. Allow the cider to dimmer for 1 more hour on low heat.
Slowly strain the mixture through a sieve, strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher. Reserve the cooked fruit for another purpose like apple sauce, or discard.
Serve the cider warm or cold. Cider can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.