Russian Refresher Mix (Wassail)

 

We had the opportunity to taste Wassail and take a sample of the ingredients home.  For those of you who were not able to attend the Make 'n Take, here is the recipe.  Enjoy!

Russian Refresher Mix (Wassail)

      *      2 cups powdered orange drink mix (Tang or fruit drink from cannery)

      *      13-oz pre-sweetened powder lemonade mix (approx. 2/3 cups)

       *      1-1/3 cup sugar

       *      1 teaspoon cinnamon

       *      ½ teaspoon ground cloves

           

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.  Mix well.  Put in a one-quart air tight container.  Label and store in a cool, dry place.  Use within 6 months.  Makes about 3 – ½ cup servings of Russian Refresher Mix.

Mix 2 – 3 teaspoons to 1 cup of hot water.  Dissolve completely.  Add a cinnamon stick, lemon wedge or orange slice, as desired.