Spiced Cider Ale

This warm and fragrant concoction, known as Cider Wassail, harks back to Elizabethan times when wassail was a blend of sherry, ale, and baked apples. Infused with the flavors of apple cider, pale ale, and a blend of spices, this comforting beverage is perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in.

Spiced Cider Ale

A warm and fragrant concoction of apple cider, pale ale, and spices, reminiscent of Elizabethan wassail.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups pale ale
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • Juice from 2 lemons
  • 4 slices of peeled ginger root (0.75 -inch to 1 -inch each)
  • 12 allspice berries
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks, plus extra for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large nonreactive pot, combine the ale, cider, brown sugar, lemon zest and juice, ginger, allspice, cloves, and cinnamon sticks over low or medium-low heat. Avoid boiling.
  2. Cook for approximately 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is fragrant and thoroughly heated through.
  3. Strain the mixture, discarding the solids.
  4. Divide the warm concoction among individual mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks if desired.