Cranberry Wassail
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Cranberry Wassail, a festive and aromatic drink perfect for holiday gatherings or chilly evenings by the fire. This delightful twist on the traditional wassail blends tart cranberry juice, sweet apple cider, and zesty orange juice, enhanced by the warmth of whole cinnamon sticks, cloves, and fresh ginger. Simmered to perfection, this spiced beverage fills your kitchen with the comforting scents of the season while delivering a beautifully balanced flavor that's both tangy and sweet. Garnish with fresh cranberries or orange slices for an extra touch of holiday flair. Quick to prepare and brimming with seasonal charm, this mulled drink is a surefire crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 3 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 3 whole cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 2 slices fresh ginger
- 1 orange
- 0.5 cup fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, orange juice, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and ginger slices to the pot.
Slice the orange into rounds and add to the liquid.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the wassail simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, adding more brown sugar to suit your preferences.
Strain the wassail through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices, if desired.
Serve warm in mugs or heat-safe glasses. Garnish with fresh cranberries or additional orange slices if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2631 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
