Old World Wassail

New Year is wassailing season! 🥂✨

“Anglo-Saxon tradition dictated that at the beginning of each year, the lord of the manor would greet the assembled multitude with the toast waes hael, meaning “be well” or “be in good health”, to which his followers would reply drink hael, or “drink well”, and so the New Year celebrations would start with a glass or two, or perhaps even a drop more!”

Wassailing - Toasts, Trees & Traditions | British History & Heritage | Bitesize History Series Explore the rich history of wassailing in this fascinating journey from ancient Anglo-Saxon revelry to modern cider-soaked celebrations. Join us for a tale o...

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! This season has been filled with warmth, connection, and so many wonderful new faces. Thank you for welcoming us into your traditions and for making this wassail season truly our best yet! 🎄❤️🎅🏻✝️⭐️

Who else loves a festive Christmas cocktail? 🎄🍸
I’m often asked how to make wassail into a cocktail, so I crafted a brandy version—recipe on my website. But customers keep inspiring me with their own twists! Spiced rum, bourbon, caramel vodka… yes please! 🍎

What’s your go-to holiday cocktail? Add a little spirit to your wassail this season! 🧡