Hot Wassail

Warm your home and heart with this irresistible Hot Wassail, a timeless holiday drink that combines the sweetness of apple cider, orange juice, and pineapple juice with the warm spices of cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg. Infused with fresh slices of lemon and orange, this aromatic beverage simmers to perfection, creating a cozy treat that’s perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make spiced cider recipe is a crowd-pleaser that serves up to ten people. Whether ladled from a slow cooker or stovetop pot, each mug of this fragrant, comforting drink delivers the ultimate seasonal indulgence. Serve hot and garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice for a festive touch! Ideal for cold winter nights, holiday parties, and fall celebrations, this traditional wassail is a must-have for your holiday recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 cups apple cider
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 0.333 cup brown sugar
• 3 pieces cinnamon sticks
• 8 pieces whole cloves
• 5 pieces allspice berries
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 piece lemon, sliced
• 1 piece orange, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or slow cooker, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and pineapple juice.

Step 2

Stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved.

Step 3

Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, allspice berries, and ground nutmeg to the pot.

Step 4

Add the sliced lemon and orange, gently stirring to distribute the flavors.

Step 5

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 20-30 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.

Step 6

Periodically stir the wassail to prevent ingredients from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 7

Once fragrant and heated through, strain the wassail to remove the spices and fruit slices (optional).

Step 8

Serve the wassail hot in mugs, garnished with a fresh cinnamon stick or orange slice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2972.5 grams (2972.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1579

Total Fat 5.70g	7%
Saturated Fat 0.80g	4%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 102mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 387.00g	141%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 325.40g
Protein 8.60g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 461mg	35%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 3628mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.1%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 94.8%