Wassail
Warm Up with a Cozy Cup of Wassail
Embrace the spirit of the season with a warm and comforting cup of wassail. This traditional holiday drink is a delightful blend of apple cider, spices, and citrus fruits, creating a truly festive and flavorful experience. Whether you’re gathering with friends and family or simply enjoying a cozy night in, wassail is the perfect beverage to sip on.
This wassail recipe is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort. Customize it to your taste preferences by adding or subtracting spices, fruits, or even a splash of alcohol. The warm and inviting aroma of wassail will fill your home with the spirit of the holidays.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks
Ingredients
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- 2 apples, cut up
- 8 cups apple cider
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise pods
- 15 whole whole cloves, or 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar, optional (but my wife added a LOT more to her cup)
- 1/8 tsp allspice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients, including the apples, to a large pot over medium low heat.
- Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 30-45 minutes.
- Pour wassail into a pitcher or large bowl using a strainer to remove the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and star anise pods.
- Ladle into mugs and enjoy!
Notes
- My wife added another 1 Tbsp of brown sugar to her cup but I enjoyed mine as is.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also make this in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to heat and enjoy.
- To reheat: you can use the stovetop, microwave, or slow cooker to bring it back up to the temperature you desire.
Keywords: Drinks, Wassail, Fruit, Apples, Oranges
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