In a heavy skillet or pot, over medium heat until bubbly:

1	cup brown sugar

When sugar begins to darken add:

1-1/2	cups water
20	cardamon seeds
20	whole cloves
3	sticks cinnamon

Simmer 1 hour.

Strain. Add and simmer until spicy:

1/2	gallon port wine
1/2	gallon sherry
1	pint brandy
1/2	pound raisins

Serve with bowl blanched almonds to be added to each glass or cup.