How to Make Wassail

There is no better drink at Christmas time than the rich and fragrant wassail. The spice-laden fragrance alone is worthy of the effort it takes to make a pot for Christmas morning. And the effort is actually very minimal.

Assemble Ingredients

To make wassail, you’ll need:

• A crock-pot or large pot to set on the stove
• 1 gallon apple cider
• 27 whole cloves
• 8 cinnamon sticks
• 1 quart pineapple juice
• 1 can (6 ounce) frozen orange juice concentrate

Prepare the Wassail

Pour all of the ingredients into the crock-pot or large pot on the stove. Turn the heat to high until the ingredients are nicely blended and hot, then reduce the heat to warm to keep it fresh throughout the day. Stir the concoction occasionally to keep it fresh and enjoy the festive aroma throughout your home any day of the holiday season.

Easy Step By Step

• Assemble the ingredients
• Place all ingredients in a crock-pot
• Simmer the ingredients in the crock-pot and then reduce the heat to warm.

Warnings, Advice, and Suggestions

You can serve wassail by itself, but it is even more delightful with the rich butter cookies often found in Europe, particularly the UK. You can serve wassail as an accompaniment to tea in the afternoon or after dinner as a special fireside treat.