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Christmas Wassail

Christmas Wassail is a warm, spiced holiday punch that blends apple cider with cranberry and pineapple for a bright, fruity base. Infused with orange slices, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves, it’s fragrant and comforting with a gentle sweetness and tart finish—perfect for gatherings, caroling nights, or a cozy winter evening by the fire.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Christmas Wassail
  1. 1

    Pour the apple cider, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice into a stockpot.

  2. 2

    Place the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, and cloves into a muslin pouch or add them directly to the apple cider mixture.

  3. 3

    Bring the apple cider mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the flavors have blended.

  4. 4

    Continue simmering until the flavors have blended.

  5. 5

    Remove the orange slices and spices before serving.