How about a recipe this morning that’s as wonderful as the weather?
was⋅sailPronunciation [wos-uhl]
–noun1. a salutation wishing health to a person, used in England in early times when presenting a cup of drink or when drinking to the person.
2. a festivity or revel with drinking of healths.
I have a friend who’s mom started a tradition in our house years ago. Wassail. A seasonal drink that tastes as great as it smells and is perfect for Christmastime. And fall. Made for this time of year when the weather turns cooler alongside the changing of the leaves.
This morning I only wish I had the ingredients at the ready to serve to all my littles and the smells to waft through the house while the wind blows through my open windows.
- 2 quarts apple juice
- 2 1/4 quarts pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp. whole cloves
Put all ingredients into a stockpot. Bring to a boil, then cover. Simmer covered 30 minutes. Uncover, continue to simmer 20 minutes. Take out cinnamon and cloves. Serve hot.
This makes a large amount – just right for inviting friends over or taking to a get-together. This can be made in the crockpot, as well. I usually have leftover wassail that I pour into a pitcher, refrigerate, and serve by the cup full over the next week.
May you enjoy this drink as much as I do. And please, tell me what your favorite cool weather drink is!
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