12th Night Wassail

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12
Traditional 12th Night Wassail recipe for the winter holidays
in Beverage

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

7 cups apple juice
2 cups pineapple juice
1 1/2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 cup mead ( optional )
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon allspice
1 loaf bread

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
346
Sugar
68g
Fat
0g
Wassail is a traditional holiday drink that dates back to medieval England. It was traditionally consumed on Twelfth Night (January 5th) and was believed to bring good luck and prosperity for the upcoming year. This modern adaptation combines various fruit juices and spices for a warm and delicious beverage that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.In a large pot over medium heat, combine the apple, pineapple, orange, and lemon juice.
2.Add the mead (if using) and sugar, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
3.Add in the ground cloves, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, stirring to combine.
4.Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and slice the bread into cubes.
6.Arrange the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown.
7.To serve, ladle the hot wassail into mugs and garnish with the toasted bread cubes.

PROS

This warm and aromatic cider is a festive holiday drink that everyone will love.

The addition of mead adds a unique flavor and depth to the drink.

CONS

This recipe contains a lot of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The addition of mead also makes this drink alcoholic, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain a lot of vitamin C from the various fruit juices used.
The spices used in this recipe, such as ginger and cinnamon, have anti-inflammatory properties that may help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

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