Wassail Punch Non Alcoholic
Cozy up this holiday season with a warm mug of Non-Alcoholic Wassail Punch, a spiced and comforting drink that’s perfect for family gatherings or festive parties. This easy recipe combines the rich flavors of apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and nutmeg, creating a fragrant, mulled punch that fills your home with holiday cheer. Bright citrus slices add visual charm and a zesty flair, while a touch of brown sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits. Ready in just 35 minutes, this simmering punch can be served straight from the pot or slow cooker, making it a stress-free and crowd-pleasing treat. Serve it warm with optional garnishes like a cinnamon stick or star anise for a delightful presentation. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or whenever you want a taste of seasonal magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Apple cider
- 2 cups Orange juice
- 1 cup Cranberry juice
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 whole Lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 whole Orange, thinly sliced
Instructions
In a large pot or slow cooker, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
Add the brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and ground nutmeg to the pot, stirring to combine.
Place the lemon and orange slices into the mixture for added flavor and visual appeal.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
After the simmering time, taste and adjust the sweetness or spices as needed.
Strain the wassail punch through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and citrus slices.
Serve the punch warm in mugs or heat-safe glasses. Optionally, garnish with a fresh slice of orange, a cinnamon stick, or a star anise.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 106 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.0 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 268.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 441 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 3565 mg | 76% | |
*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.
