The Cozy Holiday Simmer Pot Guide

There’s something magical about a simmer pot. It’s simple. It’s natural. And it fills your home with a kind of warmth that no candle quite captures. It’s like wrapping your space in a cozy hug. During the holidays, simmer pots become one of my favorite ways to spice up the house. They’re grounding, they’re nostalgic, and they’re such an easy way to shift the energy in your home, especially on days when life feels a little chaotic. Think of this as your go-to guide for creating scents that feel like Christmas morning, snowy evenings, and cozy gatherings.

How to Make a Simmer Pot

It’s beautifully simple:

1. Fill a small pot about ¾ full with water.

2. Add your ingredients.

3. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to the softest simmer.

4. Let it steam and release all that goodness into your home.

5. Refill with water as needed.

That’s it. Natural, intentional, grounding.

Holiday Simmer Pot Recipes

1. Classic Christmas Morning

Bright, warm, and nostalgic.

• 1 orange, sliced

• 3 cinnamon sticks

• 1 teaspoon whole cloves

• A splash of vanilla

• Optional: fresh cranberries for color

  
  

2. Cozy Cabin in the Woods

Think pine trees, snowy air, and warmth from a cabin fire.

• A few pine or cedar sprigs

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 4–5 whole cloves

• A small piece of fresh ginger

  
  

3. Gingerbread Cookie Dreams

Perfect for days you want cozy, sweet, bakery vibes.

• 1 tablespoon whole allspice

• 1 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1–2 cinnamon sticks

• Fresh ginger slices

• A splash of vanilla or maple

  
  

4. Winter Citrus Cleanse

Fresh, uplifting, and perfect for clearing heavy energy.

• 1 lemon, sliced

• 1 orange peel

• A handful of rosemary

• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

  
  

5. Cranberry Winter Wonderland

Bright, festive, perfect for gatherings.

• Fresh cranberries

• 1 orange slice

• 1 cinnamon stick

• Rosemary sprigs

Simmer Pot Wellness Benefits

Simmer pots aren’t just for scent, they shift the energy in your home and body.

• Citrus brightens mood and energy

• Herbs like rosemary promote focus + grounding

• Spices create warmth and ease stress

• Evergreens cleanse heavy energy and bring a sense of calm

It’s a cozy & healthy form of aromatherapy woven into everyday life.

Make It a Holiday Ritual

Here’s what I love doing:

• Start a simmer pot before guests arrive

• Use one during holiday cleaning days to make everything feel more fresh

• Create a nighttime blend for calm, grounding evenings

• Bottle and gift dried simmer pot blends (such a simple and heartfelt DIY gift!)

Simmer pots feel like one of those small, seasonal rituals that remind you to slow down and savor what’s right in front of you.