Classic Wassail Bowl Recipe: A Festive Holiday Drink

INGREDIENTS

Dried apple slices Colored sugar 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 small cinnamon stick 3 whole cloves 3 whole allspice 3 coriander seeds 3 cardamom seeds (optional) 3 cups ale or wine 2‑1/4 cups dry sherry 1/3 cup cognac Supplies Tiny cookie cutters

PREPARATION:

1. Using tiny cookie cutters or sharp knife, cut dried apple slices into festive shapes; moisten with water and coat with colored sugar. Set aside.
2. Combine 3/4 cup water, granulated sugar and spices in large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
3. Stir in ale, sherry and cognac; heat just to simmering. Do not boil. Strain into heatproof pitcher or punch bowl. Float apple slices in punch.

This recipe appears in: Christmas