Festive Warm Spiced Wassail

Warm up your gatherings with this rich and aromatic Wassail. Crafted with the perfect balance of sweet apple cider, vibrant cranberry juice, and warming spices, this delightful drink is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for chilly evenings, family celebrations, or holiday festivities, a splash of rum adds a cozy kick to your mug.
ingredients
- 2 quarts apple juice or apple cider
- 2 quarts cranberry juice
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice
- 1 small orange, studded with whole cloves
- 1 cup rum
steps
- 1.
In a large crock pot, combine apple juice or cider and cranberry juice.
- 2.
Stir in sugar, cinnamon sticks, and whole allspice until well blended.
- 3.
Prepare the orange by studding it with whole cloves and add it to the mixture.
- 4.
Cover the crock pot and set it on high for 1 hour.
- 5.
After one hour, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 4-8 hours to deepen the flavors.
- 6.
30 minutes before serving, stir in the cup of rum for added warmth.
- 7.
Ladle the Wassail into mugs and serve warm to your guests.