Lamb’S Wool

Lamb's Wool is a traditional British punch dating back to the Middle Ages, perfect for cold winter evenings. This warm drink features sweet or hard cider infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, served with tender roasted apples. The apples float in the spiced liquid, resembling fluffy wool, hence the name. It's a festive treat for holiday gatherings, particularly popular on Twelfth Night. The combination of warm spices and fruity cider creates a comforting, aromatic beverage that's both nostalgic and satisfying. Serve in heatproof mugs or a punch bowl for a cozy, celebratory experience.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Roasting, Stewing

Cuisine: British

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 326.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

Lamb's Wool is a traditional British punch dating back to the Middle Ages, perfect for cold winter evenings. This warm drink features sweet or hard cider infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, served with tender roasted apples. The apples float in the spiced liquid, resembling fluffy wool, hence the name. It's a festive treat for holiday gatherings, particularly popular on Twelfth Night. The combination of warm spices and fruity cider creates a comforting, aromatic beverage that's both nostalgic and satisfying. Serve in heatproof mugs or a punch bowl for a cozy, celebratory experience.

Ingredients

6 Apples, baking; cored
1/8 teaspoons Nutmeg
2 tablespoons Sugar, brown; up to 1/2 cup
1/4 teaspoons Cinnamon
2 quart Cider, sweet; or hard cider
1/4 teaspoons Ginger; ground

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 450F (232&# 194;Â°C).
2
Place cored apples in a baking pan.
3
Roast apples in oven for about 1 hour until very soft and beginning to burst.
4
In a large saucepan, dissolve brown sugar in cider or ale, adding a few tablespoons at a time and tasting for desired sweetness.
5
Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger to the cider mixture.
6
Bring the spiced cider to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
7
Pour the hot spiced cider over the roasted apples in a large punch bowl or serve in heat-resistant mugs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 326.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 14.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 79.5g27%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 65.1g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Alternative method: Peel and boil the apples until very soft and flaky for a quicker preparation.

You may leave the roasted apples whole or break them up before serving.

A mixture of cider and ale can be used for a more complex flavor profile.

This traditional drink gets its name from the whiteness of the roasted apples floating in the cider, resembling wool.

Traditionally associated with Twelfth Night celebrations in England and Ireland.

Adjust sugar to taste based on the sweetness of your cider.

Serve immediately while hot for best flavor and aroma.

Keywords: apples, baking, boiling, british, brown, cider, cinnamon, cored, cup, ginger, ground, hard, lambs, main, nutmeg, roasting, simmering, sugar, sweet, teaspoon

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