Best 3 Cranberry Wassail Recipes

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Cranberry wassail is a warm, comforting, and festive drink made with cranberry juice, spices, and apple cider. It is a traditional holiday beverage that is often served at Christmas or Thanksgiving. This drink is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of the season while also getting a healthy dose of vitamin C. It is also a great drink to enjoy on a cold winter day by the fire. Whether you are looking to impress your guests or just enjoy a delicious treat this holiday season, cranberry wassail is sure to please everyone.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY APPLE WASSAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC)



CRANBERRY APPLE WASSAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC) image

Categories     Christmas

Yield 12 6 oz. servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 48-ounce bottle (or 6 cups) Ocean Spray® Regular or Light Cranberry Juice Cocktail
2 cups apple juice
4 3-inch cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 cup of sugar (optional)
Orange slices, garnish
Whole cloves, garnish

Steps:

  • Ocean Spray directions: Combine all ingredients, except garnishes in a large saucepan. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Strain punch to remove spices. Pour into a heat-proof punch bowl or individual serving mugs. Garnish with orange slices studded with cloves, if desired. [I actually just put it all in the crockpot on High and let it warm up for an hour or so.]

CRANBERRY WASSAIL



Cranberry Wassail image

Cranberry and spices provide flavorful addition to wassail that is ready in 20 minutes. Perfect drink to serve for Christmas.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 whole cloves
6 whole allspice
1 bottle (48 oz) cranberry juice cocktail (6 cups)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
Orange slices, if desired
Cinnamon sticks, if desired

Steps:

  • Tie whole spices in 2 layers of cheesecloth or place in tea ball.
  • In large saucepan or Dutch oven, mix cranberry juice cocktail, brown sugar and nutmeg; add spices. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in wine; cook until thoroughly heated. Remove spices. Serve wassail warm; garnish each glass with orange slice and cinnamon stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

CRANBERRY WASSAIL



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This is a traditional spiced holiday drink with an added twist. Enjoy this wonderful wassail for a cold winter day or to serve at Christmas parties.

Provided by Miss Blurton

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ gallon apple cider
½ gallon cranberry juice
1 cup lemon juice
1 ¼ cups pineapple juice
1 large orange, thinly sliced
24 whole cloves
¼ cup clover honey
½ cup white sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground ginger
12 fresh mint leaves
12 orange slices for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or pot, combine cider, cranberry juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, orange slices, cloves, honey, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer; add nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve warm and garnish each cup with mint and an orange slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 59.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are plump and red, with no signs of bruising or mold. They should also be firm to the touch.
  • Use a variety of spices. Wassail is traditionally made with a blend of spices, including cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. You can use whole spices or ground spices, depending on your preference.
  • Sweeten to taste. Wassail can be sweetened with sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve hot or cold. Wassail can be served hot or cold. If you are serving it hot, warm it gently over low heat until it is heated through. If you are serving it cold, chill it in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion:

Wassail is a delicious and festive holiday drink that is easy to make at home. With its blend of fresh cranberries, spices, and apple juice, wassail is sure to warm your heart and put you in the holiday spirit. So gather your ingredients and give this classic recipe a try!

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