1  quart vinegar
2 cups water
1 ounce allspice, whole
1 ounce cinnamon sticks
4  cloves
4 cups honey
7 pounds sweet apples, quartered and cored

Put vinegar, water, and spices in pot. Bring to a boil. Add honey and apples, bring to a boil, and simmer gently until the fruit is tender.

Place the apple quarters in hot, sterilized jars, bring syrup to a boil, and pour over the apples, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Adjust seals and process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.