Grandma's Homemade Wassail

2 min read September 13, 2026 Becky James
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Grandma’s Homemade Wassail is the most amazing hot wassail drink ever! I have fond memories of my Grandma making this every winter. The aroma wafts through your home making it smell like you’ve baked with cinnamon for days. I really can’t have a Christmas party without it. What’s even better is that it is easy to make, I promise this wassail will soon be a cherished holiday recipe in your house! If you are looking for an easy and delicious drink for your next get together, this is it.

Recipe Time
55 to 70 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Servings
6 to 8 Servings
Ingredients:
Yields 8 Mugs of Cider
  • 8 c. Apple Cider, not Apple Juice
  • 2 c. Orange Juice
  • ½ c. Lemon Juice
  • 4 Whole Cinnamon Sticks
  • 12 Whole Cloves, or 1 t. Ground Cloves
  • ¼ t. Ground Ginger
  • ¼ t. Ground Nutmeg
Step
1

Combine all ingredients in a large pan and bring to simmer over medium-low heat.

Grandma's Homemade Wassail step 1
Step
2

Reduce heat and continue simmering for 45 minutes.

Grandma's Homemade Wassail step 2
Step
3

Ladle from a punch bowl into cute Winter Snowflake Mugs and enjoy! Make sure to add a festive Cozy Christmas Napkin for some added fun color. Once Grandma’s Homemade Wassail is served, it will warm you and your guests from the inside out.

Grandma's Homemade Wassail step 3

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