Best 6 Pineapple Cider Wassail Recipes

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Pineapple cider wassail is a warm, spiced beverage that is perfect for enjoying during the holiday season, or anytime you want to warm up with something delicious. It's made with a combination of pineapple cider, apple cider, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of brandy or rum. This aromatic drink is often served hot and garnished with slices of citrus fruit, making it a festive and flavorful treat.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE CIDER WASSAIL



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Pineapple juice prevents this hot drink from becoming overly sweet. Skip the rum-without sacrificing flavor-for a beverage that's ideal for guests of all ages.-Lori Schmeling, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 teaspoon whole cloves
2 cardamom pods, crushed
4 cups apple cider or juice
4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1-1/2 cups apricot nectar
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup rum, optional

Steps:

  • Place the cinnamon stick, cloves and cardamom on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag., In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, pineapple juice, apricot nectar and orange juice. Add spice bag. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended. Discard spice bag. Stir in rum if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CIDER WASSAIL



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This traditional wassail recipe came from a dear friend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where we lived for many years. Since it's warm, wonderful and non-alcoholic, we've even served it at church. This wassail drink is also perfect for a holiday open house. -Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts apple cider
1-1/2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
Dash ground cinnamon
Dash ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Serve hot in mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

OLD VIRGINIA WASSAIL CIDER



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A quick and delicious hot cider drink - Great for cold weather entertaining. Always a big hit with young and old! Cloves can be placed into cheesecloth or teabag infuser for easy removal if desired. A cinnamon stick in each cup makes a nice garnish.

Provided by Charlene Luzum

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider
2 cups orange juice
1 (46 fluid ounce) can pineapple juice
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon whole cloves
½ cup honey

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot over medium heat, combine the apple cider, orange juice, pineapple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves and honey. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat, or transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm while serving. Strain out cinnamon sticks and cloves before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 18.4 mg, Sugar 36.4 g

PINEAPPLE WASSAIL



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I love tea and pineapple juice, but had never had them like this together. This was a wonderful switch from my apple cider recipe I usually make.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 30m

Yield 7 1/2 c. servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups water
2 orange pekoe tea bags, regular size
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Add tea bags and cover; steep 10 minutes and discard tea bags.
  • Add the remaining ingredients in the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes or until well heated.
  • Discard cloves and cinnamon stick and pour into mugs.

WASSAIL



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This traditional English drink is the perfect combination of fruit and spice! Wassail mixes up in a snap and is the perfect holiday crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Beverage

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 quarts apple cider
2 cups orange juice
1 cup pineapple juice
10 whole cloves
5 cinnamon sticks
5 star anise
pinch of nutmeg
1/2 cup cranberries
1 orange (sliced)
1 apple (sliced)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-low heat add the apple cider, orange juice, and pineapple juice.
  • Add in the cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, nutmeg, cranberries, orange, and apple slices.
  • Let simmer for an hour or all day. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Sodium 12 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 35 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WASSAIL



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This non-alcoholic apple cider punch simmered with honey, pineapple juice, and lemon juice and flavored with clove-spiced oranges is perfect for the holidays or any fall gathering.

Provided by chefcatie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 40m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 oranges
3 tablespoons whole cloves, or as needed
water as needed
3 quarts apple cider
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
5 cups pineapple juice
½ cup honey
⅓ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Stud oranges with whole cloves and place in a baking pan. Add water to cover bottom of the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until oranges have softened, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place apple cider and cinnamon sticks into a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove lid and add pineapple juice, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and ground nutmeg. Return to a simmer and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour into a punch bowl and float spiced oranges on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 23.1 mg, Sugar 34.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple: Fresh pineapple gives the wassail a more vibrant flavor.
  • Choose a good quality apple cider: The apple cider is the base of the wassail, so it's important to choose a good quality one. Look for a cider that is made with fresh apples and has a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Add spices to taste: The spices in the wassail can be adjusted to your liking. If you like a more spicy wassail, add more cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. If you prefer a milder wassail, reduce the amount of spices.
  • Serve warm: Wassail is best served warm. You can either reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Conclusion:

Pineapple cider wassail is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are hosting a party or just want to enjoy a warm and cozy drink by the fire, pineapple cider wassail is the perfect choice.

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