Cider Wassail

Name: Cider Wassail
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Ingredients: 2 quarts apple cider; 1-1/2 cups orange juice; 3/4 cup pineapple juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches); Dash ground cinnamon; Dash ground cloves

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

12 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

This traditional wassail recipe came from a dear friend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where we lived for many years. Since it's warm, wonderful and non-alcoholic, we've even served it at church. This wassail drink is also perfect for a holiday open house. —Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana

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Ingredients

2 quarts apple cider
1-1/2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
Dash ground cinnamon
Dash ground cloves

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Serve hot in mugs.

Test Kitchen Tips

Add a splash of cinnamon whiskey for an adults-only treat.

When setting up a potluck, mark the table with sticky notes labeled for main dishes, sides, salads, drinks and desserts. Attendees will know where to place items and not have to ask.

Stay warm all winter long with these festive beverages.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 107 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 17mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

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