Winter Spice Delight

The Winter Spice Delight is a cozy, hot cocktail featuring apple brandy, Oloroso sherry, and apple cider, creating a rich and warming drink perfect for chilly nights. This recipe is a delightful variation of the classic Wassail, with added spices and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar.

Winter Spice Delight

A cozy and warming cocktail with apple brandy, sherry, and apple cider, featuring a delightful blend of spices and a touch of sweetness.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 oz Apple Brandy
  • 1 2/3 oz Oloroso Sherry
  • 3 1/4 oz Apple Cider
  • 1/4 oz Brown Sugar
  • 2 Whole Cloves
  • 1 Allspice Berry
  • 1 1/2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 1 Small Knob Ginger
  • 1 Apple Slice

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the apple brandy, sherry, apple cider, brown sugar, cloves, allspice, 1/2 cinnamon stick, and ginger.
  2. Heat the mixture for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Strain the mixture into a mug.
  4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and apple slice.