This is, hands down, the best wassail recipe! Not only is it delicious, it is also super simple to make. And the best part is, your house will smell like Christmas morning!
We live in a German town in the Texas hill country, where we have a Wassailfest every December. Each of the businesses downtown makes its own wassail recipe to serve everyone. At the end of the evening, everyone turns in their ballot for their favorite Wassail.
It is one of our favorite nights of the year. Our entire town looks like a little winter wonderland. It feels a little bit like we are living in Stars Hallow.
This post is all about the best wassail recipe.
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Ingredients:
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp whole cloves
- whole nutmeg cracked into pieces
- sliced orange fresh or dried
- sliced apple fresh or dried
- 8 cups apple cider
- 2 1/2 cups orange pineapple banana juice – this is a must, it adds the perfect balance of flavor to the wassail.
- simple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions:
- Place all ingredients in a large Dutch oven.
- Simmer for at least 45 minutes over medium-low heat – The longer it simmers, the better it tastes.
- Ladle into clear glass mugs
- Garnish with cinnamon sticks, and apple and orange slices
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Optional Additions:
- You can add red hots to your cup if you prefer a strong cinnamon flavor.
- Star Anise – I typically just use this as a garnish. It has a very strong flavor so be careful if you are adding it to the simmering pot.
- Fresh lemon juice if you enjoy a tart wassail
- Cranberries – also add a tartness to the wassail
Tips for the Best Wassail Recipe:
- I typically wrap all of my additions (cinnamon Sticks, nutmeg, and cloves) in a piece of cheesecloth tied with kitchen twine. This makes it easier to scoop into the mug.
- My secret to the best wassail recipe is simple syrup and using orange pineapple banana juice.
How to Store Wassail:
I store my wassail in the refrigerator in the pot I used to simmer it. Wassail is kind of like a fine wine. It gets better with age. The longer it sits, whether hot or cold, the better it tastes.
The wassail can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. But, honestly, I doubt it will last that long. I typically take it out each morning and warm it up for breakfast.
Wassail Simmering Pot Gifts:
These make wonderful gifts during the holidays. Read her to see how to make them.
My sister-in-law gave me one of these on Christmas Eve a few years ago and it was one of the best gifts I have ever received. Since then I have started making them each year to share with family and friends.
They make the perfect Christmas morning drink. All you have to do is slice the orange and place everything in a Dutch oven with apple cider or even apple juice in a pinch. It makes the most delicious warm beverage.
FAQ
This post was all about the best wassail recipe.
What’s the difference between apple cider and wassail?
Apple cider is a non-alcoholic beverage made from pressed apples. Wassail, on the other hand, is a spiced, often alcoholic drink associated with festive occasions. Wassail typically involves cider or ale, along with spices like cinnamon and cloves, creating a warm, flavorful beverage enjoyed during the holiday season.
What is Wassail drink made of?
Wassail is a warm, spiced beverage associated with festive occasions. Ingredients include apple cider or ale, spices like cinnamon and cloves, and occasionally added elements such as ginger, nutmeg, or citrus fruits. Sometimes, brandy or other spirits are included. Wassail is served hot and is a traditional holiday drink.
What is Wassailing and what does it have to do with Christmas?
Wassailing is a traditional English custom involving singing and toasting to wish for a good harvest or blessings upon orchards. The term is also associated with a festive drink, wassail, consumed during these celebrations. In Christmas traditions, wassailing became linked to the holiday season, symbolizing warmth, joy, and communal festivities.
What the heck is wassail?
Wassail refers to both a traditional English custom and a spiced beverage. The custom involves singing and toasting to bless orchards for a good harvest. The drink, also called wassail, is made with apple cider or ale, spices, and sometimes spirits. It’s associated with festive celebrations, particularly during the holiday season.
Does Wassail contain orange juice?
Wassail may include orange juice, but it depends on the recipe. Traditional versions focus on cider or ale with spices.
This Post was All About The Best Wassail Recipe
I have been. making waswsail for years for our friends and family and everyone always asks for the recipe. My secret is the simple syrup. It helps to sweeten an otherwise tart drink.
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