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Wassail (alcohol-free)
The old English Christmas drink: cider, orange, pineapple, and warm spices.
- 10 min active
- Serves 16
- Warm drinks
Instructions
- Combine. Add everything to a large pot or slow cooker.
- Simmer. Simmer gently for 30 minutes, or cook on low 3 hours.
- Strain small spices. Remove the cloves and allspice.
- Serve warm. Ladle into mugs with an orange slice.
Hosting tip: Stud the orange slices with cloves for a traditional look, and to keep the cloves out of mugs.
Make it ahead
Make it a day ahead, refrigerate, and rewarm in a slow cooker 1 hour before the party.
Great for
Serve it at holiday parties. Planning the whole drink table? See how to set up a mocktail bar, and use the party calculator to figure out how much to make.
What you'll need
- 6-quart slow cookerKeeps drinks warm all night
- Glass mugs, set of 12Heatproof with handles
- Tea infuser ballMakes whole spices easy to remove
- Whole spice setCinnamon, cloves, star anise
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Questions
How do I keep it warm during a party?
Use a slow cooker on the warm setting for up to 4 hours. Stir occasionally and add a splash of liquid if it reduces.
Can I make it for more people?
Yes. Use the servings button next to the ingredients. Every amount updates automatically, from 1 glass up to 200.
