to each jar of carrots add: 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) mustard seed, 1 ml (1/4 tsp) celery seed, 2 whole cloves and a half stick of cinnamon. fill jars with hot brine, leaving 1.27 cm ( 1/2 inch) headspace. remove air bubbles using a non-metal spatula. wipe rims of jars and adjust lids.