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Crockpot Wassail Punch

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This easy crockpot wassail punch is a cozy, crowd-pleasing drink filled with apple, orange, and warming spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any chilly day, it fills your home with an inviting aroma and is naturally alcohol-free, gluten-free, and vegan.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 10–12 whole cloves (plus extra for studding orange slices)
  • 6–8 whole allspice berries (optional)
  • 1–2 star anise pods (optional)
  • 2 oranges, sliced (stud with cloves if desired)
  • 1–2 apples, sliced
  • 1 lemon, sliced (optional, for extra brightness)
  • Alcohol (rum or brandy, optional, to taste at serving)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice 2 oranges into rounds. Press 4-5 whole cloves into the rind of each slice if desired.
  2. Core and slice 1-2 apples into thin rounds. (Peeling optional.)
  3. Optional: Slice 1 lemon into thin rounds.
  4. Pour apple cider, orange juice, cranberry juice, and water into a 4-quart or larger crockpot.
  5. Add brown sugar if using, and stir to dissolve.
  6. Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves (plus any in orange slices), allspice berries, and star anise pods if using.
  7. Gently add sliced oranges, apples, and lemon (if using) to the slow cooker.
  8. Set crockpot to LOW and cook for 2-3 hours, until steaming hot but not boiling. (Or HIGH for 1-1.5 hours if short on time.)
  9. Switch crockpot to ‘keep warm’ for serving. Use a ladle to fill mugs, straining out whole spices if desired.
  10. Optional: Let guests add a splash of rum or brandy to their mugs for an adult version.

Notes

For the clearest punch, use whole spices and avoid ground. Taste after an hour and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed. For easy cleanup, tie spices in cheesecloth. Add half the fruit at the start and float the rest before serving for a festive look. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and taste even better the next day.

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