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Lamb's Wool

Lamb's Wool

Classic

Hot ale and apple cider, sweetened and spiced.

WinterSpicedHolidayWarming
8 minEasyLight

Malty, gently sweet, and apple-bright. The ale keeps it grounded while the cider and demerara add soft fruit and caramel.

Ingredients

  • 5 oz Ale
  • 2 oz Apple Cider
  • 0.5 oz Demerara Syrup
  • Apple slice · optional garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Warm the glass by filling it with hot water, then discard.

  2. 2

    Gently heat the ale, apple cider, and demerara syrup in a small saucepan until steaming. Do not let it boil.

  3. 3

    Pour into the warmed glass.

  4. 4

    Grate a little nutmeg over the top and float an apple slice.

The Story

An old English winter drink made from hot ale and apples, traditionally served around the turn of the year. Recipes vary widely, from roasted apples bobbing in a bowl to simple spiced ale.

Glass · Irish coffee glassGarnish · Apple slice
Lamb's Wool Recipe: Hot Ale and Apple Cider | BarSnap