Wassail is a fragrant and delicious spiced cider. A handful of doTERRA citrus and spice oils deliver the flavor to this yummy hot drink. It is simple to make and will fill your home with the smell of the holidays!
Ingredients:
1 quart cranberry juice
½ quart apple juice
½ quart orange juice
2 drops Cinnamon Bark Oil
2 drops Lemon Oil
2 drops Wild Orange Oil
1 drop Clove Oil
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 orange, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
½ cup honey, plus more to taste
8 cinnamon sticks, for garnish
1 cup fresh cranberries, for garnish
Method:
Combine all ingredients (minus the cinnamon sticks and fresh cranberries) in a stockpot over medium high heat.
Bring to a gentle simmer. Allow to simmer for at least an hour, letting flavors mingle.
Taste and add more essential oils and honey if desired.
Serve hot. Store in fridge 5 days. Try it over ice for an alternative.
Tips: Clove oil can be reduced to 1 toothpick for a halved recipe, with more added to taste.