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Grandma's Old-Fashioned Wassail Drink

There's nothing quite like the warm, spicy aroma of wassail simmering on the stove to make your home feel festive! This traditional holiday punch was Grandma's secret weapon for keeping everyone cozy during cold winter gatherings. One sip of this fragrant blend and you'll be transported straight back to childhood holiday parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 1 tablespoon whole allspice berries
  • 2 oranges sliced into rounds
  • 1 apple sliced into rounds

Method
 

  1. Pour apple cider, orange juice, and lemon juice into a large pot or slow cooker.
  2. Stir in honey until completely dissolved.
  3. Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, and allspice berries. You can tie the cloves and allspice in a cheesecloth bag for easier removal, or strain before serving.
  4. Add orange and apple slices to the pot.
  5. Heat on low for 2 hours on the stovetop or on low setting in a slow cooker, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.
  6. Remove whole spices if desired, or leave them in for presentation. Serve warm in mugs with a cinnamon stick for stirring.