Apple Boilo

Apple Boilo is a classic for Christmas. It is a tradition in Pennsylvania’s coal country. It’s full of spiced apple flavor with a hint of citrus. It’s sure to be an iconic and nostalgic addition to your holiday parties. It offers a comforting blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy, often with a kick, creating a warming experience perfect for cold winter nights.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 6 quarts

Calories: 597 kcal per serving

Ingredients

4 - Granny Smith apples
4 - Oranges
4 - Lemons
12 ounces - Fresh cranberries
8 - Cinnamon sticks
½ cup - Mulling spices
½ cup - Honey
32 ounces - Cranberry juice
32 ounces - Apple cider
750 milliliters - Whiskey
750 milliliters - Grain alcohol

Instructions

Place fruit, spices, honey, apple cider and cranberry juice into a large slow cooker.
You may need to use two slow cookers to get everything to fit – if so, evenly split all of the ingredients between the two slow cookers.
Cook on high for four hours or until fruit is broken down.
Strain fruit and mulling spices from the mixture.
Cool to room temperature.
Add whiskey and grain alcohol once mixture is completely cooled.
Transfer Boilo to mason jars with tight fitting lids and store in a cool, dry place.
Boilo can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference.

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