Spice up your holiday gathering with a warm and flavorful Cranberry Apple Wassail, a traditional non-alcoholic beverage that combines the tartness of cranberries and the sweetness of apples. This festive drink is infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Our collection of recipes offers a variety of takes on this classic wassail, ensuring you find the perfect one to suit your taste. From the traditional stovetop method to a slow cooker variation and even a refreshing sparkling version, each recipe provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips for making the perfect wassail.
Whether you're looking for a comforting drink to warm up a chilly evening or a festive beverage to serve at your next party, our Cranberry Apple Wassail recipes have you covered. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of this timeless holiday beverage and create a memorable experience for your friends and family.
CRANBERRY APPLE CIDER PUNCH
Cranberry Apple Cider Punch is the holiday punch recipe that'll have everyone saying "cheers"! Made with apple cider, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, bitters, and a splash of soda, it's full of fall flavor.
Provided by Rebecca Hubbell
Categories Beverage
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and angostura bitters in a medium pitcher or large carafe and stir to combine.
- Pour into six glasses over ice and top each with 2 ounces of club soda.
- Garnish with cranberries, apple slices, and a sprig of rosepary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW COOKER WASSAIL
Wassail is a delicious drink made with cider, juice, brown sugar, and spices. This warm holiday drink is made in the slow cooker for ease and is perfect for serving at gatherings!
Provided by Rebecca Hubbell
Categories Beverage
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Add all ingredients to a large crockpot and cook on high for at least 2 hours or low for at least 4 hours.
- Keep on warm and serve straight from the crockpot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 9 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 27 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRANBERRY WASSAIL
This is a traditional spiced holiday drink with an added twist. Enjoy this wonderful wassail for a cold winter day or to serve at Christmas parties.
Provided by Miss Blurton
Categories Drinks Recipes Cider Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or pot, combine cider, cranberry juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, orange slices, cloves, honey, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer; add nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm and garnish each cup with mint and an orange slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 59.2 g
WASSAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC MULLED APPLE JUICE)
This is a wonderful fruity mulled apple drink that will warm you inside and out. The recipe from my friend Betty B. who serves it every year at her annual Christmas party. It is one of my children's favorite Christmas traditions.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat and stir until red hots are dissolved.
- Couldn't be easier! Happy Holidays!
CIDER WASSAIL
This traditional wassail recipe came from a dear friend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where we lived for many years. Since it's warm, wonderful and non-alcoholic, we've even served it at church. This wassail drink is also perfect for a holiday open house. -Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Serve hot in mugs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CRANBERRY WASSAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC)
A nice little Autumn-Winter beverage originally from Ocean Spray. It's certainly a different take on Wassail. This is from an older magazine clipping.
Provided by Bone Man
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 25m
Yield 14 6-ounce servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients, except for the garnishes. (If you are iffy on the sugar, add it last, a little at a time and taste as you go along).
- Heat the mix to boiling in a large saucepan, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain the wassail to remove the spices.
- Serve very warm in a heat-proof punch bowl and garnish with the orange slices and cloves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.8, Fat 0.2, Sodium 4.1, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 20.8, Protein 0.1
CRANBERRY APPLE WASSAIL (NON-ALCOHOLIC)
Steps:
- Ocean Spray directions: Combine all ingredients, except garnishes in a large saucepan. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Strain punch to remove spices. Pour into a heat-proof punch bowl or individual serving mugs. Garnish with orange slices studded with cloves, if desired. [I actually just put it all in the crockpot on High and let it warm up for an hour or so.]
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe cranberries and apples. This will ensure the best flavor for your wassail.
- Use a variety of spices. The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to add or omit spices to suit your taste.
- Simmer the wassail for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the wassail warm. Wassail is traditionally served warm, but you can also chill it and serve it cold.
- Garnish the wassail with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange. This will add a festive touch to your wassail.
Conclusion:
Cranberry apple wassail is a delicious and festive non-alcoholic beverage that is perfect for holiday gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting drink, give cranberry apple wassail a try!
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