Christmas Wassail
Bonnie Hunter
BHQM E-Newsletter Issue #4
While traditional Wassail is spiced wine or ale, this non-alcoholic recipe is great for the whole family.
Combine the following ingredients; bring to a boil and boil 10 minutes:
3 cups sugar
6 cups waterThen add the following to the hot sugar/water mixture:
2 tsp. whole cloves
4 sticks cinnamon
2 Tbsp. candied ginger, choppedCover and let stand one hour, then strain, reserving liquid and discarding spices. Add to liquid:
2 quarts orange juice
1 gallon apple cider
1 1/2 cups lemon juiceHeat to boiling and serve. It's best served warm. Can be stored in refrigerator and reheated.