White Wine Wassail
Celebrate the holiday season with a cozy and aromatic twist on tradition with this White Wine Wassail. This warm and inviting beverage combines dry white wine, apple cider, and orange juice with a medley of festive spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and freshly grated nutmeg. Sweetened with a touch of honey and enhanced by citrusy notes of lemon and orange zest, this wassail offers a perfectly balanced flavor profile that’s both bright and comforting. Optional brandy adds an extra layer of indulgence for those looking to elevate their cup of cheer. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing drink is perfect for holiday gatherings or a quiet fireside evening. Serve it warm in mugs, garnished with orange slices or a cinnamon stick, and let its heartwarming aroma transform your winter celebrations. Perfect for anyone searching for festive drinks, mulled wine alternatives, or winter cocktail recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 ml dry white wine
- 500 ml apple cider
- 250 ml orange juice
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pods star anise
- 0.5 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 strip lemon zest
- 1 strip orange zest
- 1 whole sliced orange
- 60 ml brandy (optional)
Instructions
In a large saucepan, combine the white wine, apple cider, and orange juice.
Add the honey, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, grated nutmeg, lemon zest, and orange zest to the saucepan.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and gently warm the mixture. Do not let it boil, as this will burn off the alcohol and change the flavor.
Once the mixture is hot (but not boiling), lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Slice the orange into thin rounds, then add the slices to the saucepan in the final 5 minutes of simmering.
If using brandy, stir it into the wassail just before serving for an additional layer of flavor.
Strain the mixture into a heatproof pitcher or punch bowl to remove the spices and zest.
Serve the wassail warm in heatproof mugs or glasses. Garnish each serving with an orange slice or a small cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 179 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.9 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 193.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1742 mg | 37% | |
*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.
