Gather the ingredients.
Place apples in a large stockpot; cover with water by at least 2 inches.
Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and allspice.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Boil, uncovered, for 1 hour.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 2 hours.
Strain apple mixture through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids.
Drain cider again through a cheesecloth-lined sieve.
Serve warm or refrigerate cider until cold.
