How to make Boilo, a traditional Pennsylvania coal region winter drink | On the Pennsylvania Road

Use a stainless steel pot or enamel pot to prevent flavor absorption.

Add 1 bottle of Four Queens to the pot.

Turn on low heat and emphasize not to boil the mixture.

Add 1/4 cup of honey to the pot.

Add 3 cinnamon sticks for flavor.

Add caraway seeds (1-2 tablespoons depending on preference).

Add a pinch of allspice for additional flavor.

Add 1/4 cup of dark brown sugar and adjust to taste.

Add 12 peppercorns to the mixture.

Cut the large orange into pieces and add it to the pot.

Stir the ingredients gently and let them steep for 15-20 minutes on low to medium heat, ensuring it does not boil.

Remove the cinnamon sticks and squeeze them to extract flavor before discarding.

Strain the mixture to remove pulp and return the liquid to the Four Queens bottle.

Equipment Needed