Cranberry Wassail
Description
Wassail is a hot spiced punch often served for winter celebrations, with historic roots in Northern Europe. This version adds cranberry and pineapple to the traditional cider base for the wassail.
Ingredients
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1/2 gallon apple cider
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1/2 gallon cranberry juice
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1 cup lemon juice
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1 1/4 cups pineapple juice
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1 large orange, thinly sliced
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24 whole cloves
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1/4 cup clover honey
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1/2 cup white sugar
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4 cinnamon sticks
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1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 teaspoon ground allspice
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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12 fresh mint leaves
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12 orange slices for garnish
Directions
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In a large saucepan or pot, combine cider, cranberry juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, orange slices, cloves, honey, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer; add nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Serve warm and garnish each cup with mint and an orange slice.