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Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch

Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch blends tart cranberry and mellow apple cider with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, rounded by honey and citrus. Fragrant cloves and orange slices create a cozy, ruby-toned cup that’s perfect for holiday gatherings, winter brunches, or any chilly evening when you want something comforting and bright.

  • Prep5 hrs
  • Cook1 hr
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch
  1. 1

    In a large saucepan or pot, mix the cider, cranberry juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, orange slices, cloves, honey, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer; add the nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring now and then.

  2. 2

    Serve warm and garnish each cup with mint and an orange slice.

About This Recipe

Spiced Cranberry Apple Wassail Punch is an American beverage recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 6 hrs, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider, Cinnamon Sticks, Clover Honey, and Cranberry Juice. Each serving provides about 232.99 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch?
It is an American recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for beverage.
What is Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch made of?
The main ingredients are Apple Cider, Cinnamon Sticks, Clover Honey, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Mint. The full list of 13 is above.
What goes well with Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch?
Explore these American side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch?
About 6 hrs in total: 5 hrs to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 232.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Spiced Cranberry-Apple Wassail Punch easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 2 steps.

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