Warm Cranberry Wassail

Warm and festive, this spiced cranberry and apple juice wintertime beverage will scent the air with traditional holiday aromas.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 (64-ounce) bottle Ocean Spray® Cranberry Juice Cocktail
2 1/2 cups apple juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar, optional
3 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Orange slices for garnish
Whole cloves for garnish

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients, except garnishes, in a large saucepan. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Strain punch to remove spices.
2. Place in a heat proof punch bowl.Garnish with orange slices studded with cloves, if desired.
   

Makes 14 (6-ounce) servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.