Alcoholic Wassail Recipe
See the notes below the recipe for how to make it on the stovetop.
Servings 16 6-ounce servings
Ingredients
- 2 quarts (1900 ml) cranberry grape juice
- 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) apple juice
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) orange juice
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar optional
- 3 3-inch cinnamon sticks
- 4-5 star anise
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 3/4 cups (415 ml) bourbon or dark rum
- optional garnish: cranberries, whole cloves or star anise, orange or apple slices
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients (except the garnish) in a slow cooker and heat at high for 1 hour.
- Turn the heat to low and add the alcohol.
- Let it go for another 4-8 hours until ready to serve.
- Strain out the spices and if desired, garnish.
- Cool any leftovers before putting in the fridge. Can be kept refrigerated for 1 week.
Notes
To make it on the stovetop, add all the ingredients (except the garnish) to a pot. Turn the heat to medium-high and let it cook for 15 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low and add the alcohol. It shouldn't simmer. Let it cook another 30 minutes.