Trader Joe’s Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe

This spiced, warming Trader Joes Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe is made with Trader Joe’s punch, bourbon, and ginger beer and ready in just 5 minutes. The magic happens when the bubbly ginger beer hits the spiced fruit juice, releasing a fragrant cloud of cinnamon and orange. I love serving this simple drink at holiday gatherings.

Why This Classic Works

I used to overcomplicate holiday cocktails by simmering my own spiced syrups for hours. Now, I let the store-bought punch do the heavy lifting while focusing on the right balance of spirits.

The secret is adding a splash of orange liqueur to brighten the deep berry flavors of the wassail. It took me a few tries to realize that a ginger beer topping provides the perfect fizzy finish.

Trader Joes Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe Ingredients

• 4 oz Trader Joe’s Winter Wassail Punch
• 2 oz bourbon
• 0.5 oz orange liqueur
• 2 oz ginger beer, chilled
• 1 orange slice, for garnish
• 1 cinnamon stick, for garnish
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary, for garnish
• Ice

How To Make Trader Joes Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe

1. Combine the liquids: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the Winter Wassail punch, bourbon, and orange liqueur.
2. Shake well: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels icy to the touch.
3. Strain and pour: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Add the fizz: Top the glass with chilled ginger beer, stirring gently to combine.
5. Garnish and serve: Tuck an orange slice, a cinnamon stick, and a rosemary sprig into the glass before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Chill your ingredients: Keep the punch and ginger beer in the fridge so your cocktail stays colder longer.
• Slap the rosemary: Gently smack the rosemary sprig against your hand before garnishing to release its aromatic oils.
• Make it a mocktail: Skip the bourbon and orange liqueur, and simply mix the wassail punch with extra ginger beer.

What To Serve With Winter Wassail Cocktail

Serve this festive drink alongside savory appetizers like baked brie with fig jam or spiced mixed nuts. The tartness of the cocktail also cuts through rich, buttery shortbread cookies beautifully.

How To Store

You can mix the punch, bourbon, and orange liqueur ahead of time and store the batch in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not add the ginger beer or ice until you are ready to serve.

FAQs

Can I serve this warm?

Yes, you can heat the wassail punch gently on the stove. Add the bourbon off the heat and skip the ginger beer.

What if I do not have bourbon?

Vodka, dark rum, or even a spiced gin work wonderfully with the fruity profile of the punch.

Can I make a pitcher for a crowd?

Multiply the ingredients by the number of guests. Mix the punch and spirits in a pitcher, then top individual glasses with ginger beer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 15mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28g
• Protein: 0g

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Trader Joes Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Total time

5

minutes

This Trader Joes Winter Wassail Cocktail Recipe features a spiced, bubbly texture mixed with winter punch, bourbon, and ginger beer in just 5 minutes. It is a quick and festive drink that signals the start of easy holiday entertaining.

Ingredients

• 4 oz Trader Joe’s Winter Wassail Punch

• 2 oz bourbon

• 0.5 oz orange liqueur

• 2 oz ginger beer, chilled

• 1 orange slice, for garnish

• 1 cinnamon stick, for garnish

• 1 sprig fresh rosemary, for garnish

• Ice

Directions

• 1. Combine the liquids: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the Winter Wassail punch, bourbon, and orange liqueur.
• 2. Shake well: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels icy to the touch.
• 3. Strain and pour: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
• 4. Add the fizz: Top the glass with chilled ginger beer, stirring gently to combine.
• 5. Garnish and serve: Tuck an orange slice, a cinnamon stick, and a rosemary sprig into the glass before serving.