Wassail
(noun)
A traditional hot, spiced punch typically made with wine or cider, drunk especially as a Christmas or New Year's toast.
Origin:
From old english wæs hæil, meaning "be healthy".
Examples:
- The wassail was a staple at the Christmas party.
- The aroma of the wassail filled the room with the scent of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- The wassail bowl was passed around for everyone to take a sip.
- The wassail was a warm and comforting drink on a cold winter night.
- The traditional wassail song was sung before the drinking of the wassail.