Wassail

Wassail

My mom always brewed a big pot of hot wassail for us on Christmas Eve and the wonderful smells of this holiday drink still take me right back to my childhood.  This recipe has been passed down for several generations and is very special to our family!

I now love to make it for my family on Christmas morning, and we all agree that it’s the perfect warm, cozy drink to enjoy when it’s cold and snowy outside.  This is a great wassail recipe that only takes a few minutes to stir together and then it simmers to allow all the flavors to blend. Your house will smell amazing!

What is wassail?

We enjoy wassail all throughout the fall and winter months! I’ve even served it on Halloween as I sit outside with friends and neighbors as trick-or-treater’s come by. I’m confidant your family will love this recipe!

Consider trying these holiday drinks:

• Homemade Eggnog
• Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Cider
• Homemade Sparkling Apple Cider
• Sparkling Cranberry Apple Punch

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Hot Wassail

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Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

35 mins

 

A hot cup of homemade Wassail is one of my favorite holiday drinks. It's a delicious hot cider drink that combines the flavors of orange and apple with cinnamon and spices.

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: American

Unit: cup, Tablespoon, teaspoon, whole

Servings: 10

Calories: 139 kcal

Author: Lauren Allen

Ingredients

• 2 apples
• 8 cups apple cider
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 15 whole cloves ,or 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar , optional

Instructions

1. Poke the whole cloves into the apples on all sides. 

   
   

2. Add all of the ingredients, including the apples, to a large pot over medium low heat. 

3. Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 30-45 minutes. 

4. Remove the apples and whole cloves. Ladle into mugs and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Nutrition Facts

Hot Wassail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 139

% Daily Value*

Sodium 9mg 0%

Potassium 343mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 34g 11%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 27g

Vitamin A 2.4%

Vitamin C 38%

Calcium 3.9%

Iron 2.9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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I originally shared this recipe November 2013. I’ve updated it with new photos and clearer instructions.