Warm Up Your Holiday Party with Homemade Wassail Punch

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Warm Up Your Holiday Party with Homemade Wassail Punch
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 15, 2024

Wassail Punch is a classic holiday drink that combines apple cider, spices, and citrus fruits for a warm and comforting party drink. This recipe is perfect for entertaining guests during the holiday season and will surely become a crowd favorite at your next gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon apple cider
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup honey
  • 10 whole cloves
  • 5 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 apple, sliced

Directions

  1. In a large pot, combine apple cider, orange juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice.
  2. Stir in honey, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg.
  3. Add orange slices, lemon slices, and apple slices.
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
  5. Reduce heat and let the punch simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Serve hot in mugs and enjoy the festive flavors of Wassail Punch!

Interesting Facts

  • Wassail Punch has its origins in medieval England as a traditional drink to celebrate the holiday season.
  • The word 'wassail' comes from the Old English phrase 'waes hael', meaning 'good health'.
  • Wassail Punch was traditionally served in a large communal bowl and passed around among guests during holiday celebrations.