Old Virginia Wassail Cider

Submitted by Tona C.

"This is a good drink anytime, but especially at the holidays. Great for cold weather entertaining. The smell of it simmering on the stove is like a little slilce of heaven."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 4 quarts
• Serves: 16

ingredients

• 2 quarts apple cider
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 (46 ounce) can pineapple juice
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1⁄2 cup honey

directions

1. In a large stock pot over medium heat, combine the apple cider, orange juice, pineapple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves and honey. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat, or transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm while serving. Strain out cinnamon sticks and cloves before serving if desired.