Best 6 Welcoming Wassail Recipes

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In the realm of holiday cheer, mulled beverages take center stage, with wassail standing tall as a timeless classic. This heartwarming concoction, steeped in history and steeped in spices, promises to infuse your home with the enticing aromas of the season. As you embark on your culinary journey to create the perfect welcoming wassail, let us guide you through a tapestry of flavors and traditions, ensuring that your creation brings forth a symphony of festive joy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY HOMEMADE WASSAIL



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Hot wassail is a delicious drink that the whole family can enjoy from two to ninety-two. It smells like Christmas in a mug.

Provided by Laurie Neverman

Categories     Beverage

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon of whole cloves or 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves or allspice
4-6 cinnamon sticks
1 cup fresh cranberries
8 ounces of orange juice
1 can frozen lemonade concentrate
8 ounces cranberry juice
1 gallon of apple cider or spiced cider
lemon and orange slices for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot on the stove or in a slow cooker, add all of your ingredients.
  • Cook on low heat for 45 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh orange and lemon slices.
  • Serve your hot wassail and toast!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Sugar 44.1 g, Sodium 52.4 mg, Fat 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CHRISTMAS WASSAIL



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This hot cup of joy is sweet and warms you from head to toe.

Provided by JP

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ gallon apple cider
1 (46 fluid ounce) can pineapple juice
46 fluid ounces cranberry juice cocktail
1 orange, thinly sliced
5 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon whole allspice berries
1 tablespoon whole cloves

Steps:

  • Pour apple cider, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice into a stockpot. Place orange slices, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, and cloves in a muslin pouch or directly into the apple cider mixture. Bring apple cider mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove orange slices and spices before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 24.8 mg, Sugar 44.8 g

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

WASSAIL



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A healthier non-alcoholic version of a holiday favorite. From the American Diabetes Association Holiday Cookbook.

Provided by stingo

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups unsweetened apple juice
3 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole cloves
4 lemon slices

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients (adjust number of lemon slice to taste) in a suitably sized saucepan and simmer for 10 minutes. Tastes best hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.1, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 13.6, Protein 0.2

WELCOMING WASSAIL



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This is the nicest winter drink I have ever made. My guests expect it every year at our Christmas party.

Provided by Leanne

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups apple cider
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup dark rum
1/4 cup brandy
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier, divided
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
1/2 orange, thinly sliced
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Whip heavy cream together with confectioner's sugar until soft peaks form.
  • Flavor with 1 TBSP Grand Marnier.
  • Set aside in refidgerator.
  • Heat apple cidar and brown sugar together in a large sauce pan to a boil.
  • Stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add rum, brandy and remaining Grand Marnier.
  • Stir in spices.
  • Add lemon and orange slices.
  • Heat over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  • Do not boil.
  • Pour into champagne glasses.
  • Top each glass with whip ceam and freshly grated nutmeg.

Tips for Making Wassail

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady.
  • Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to taste. You can also add a citrus zest, such as orange or lemon.
  • If you like your wassail sweeter, add some honey or maple syrup. You can also add a splash of rum or brandy for a boozy version.
  • Serve wassail warm and garnish with a cinnamon stick or apple slice.

Conclusion

Wassail is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So gather your friends and family around and enjoy a warm mug of wassail this holiday season.

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