Description
Classic Hot Toddy is a warm, soothing cocktail made with whiskey, lemon juice, honey, and aromatic spices. Perfect for cold evenings or when you need a comforting drink, this timeless recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and cozy beverage.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons whiskey or bourbon
- 2-3 drops aromatic bitters
- 2-3 teaspoons honey
Optional Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 slice lemon
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
Instructions
- Heat Water: Pour ½ cup of boiling water into a mug to start your hot toddy base.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 4 tablespoons of whiskey or bourbon, 2-3 drops of aromatic bitters, and 2-3 teaspoons of honey until the honey is completely dissolved.
- Prepare Garnish: Poke whole cloves into the peel of a thick lemon slice to infuse additional flavor and aroma. Drop the clove-studded lemon slice into the mug.
- Finish with Spices: Add a cinnamon stick and/or a star anise into the mug for a warming garnish and enhanced fragrance.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute whiskey with hot water or apple cider.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey according to taste preference.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- The cloves and spices can be omitted if you prefer a simpler drink.
- Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the full flavor and warmth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
