A Hot Toddy is a warm alcoholic beverage typically made with whiskey, hot water, honey, and lemon. It is often enjoyed during cold weather or as a comforting drink when someone is feeling under the weather. The basic recipe involves mixing whiskey, hot water, and honey or sweetener in a glass or mug, and then adding a squeeze of lemon juice. Some variations may include spices such as cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg, and additional garnishes like a cinnamon stick or lemon slice. The warm temperature of the drink, combined with the flavors of the whiskey, honey, and lemon, can provide a soothing and relaxing experience.
This one is a heart warmer for sure. Enjoy this drink when the winter is at its coldest.
*It is important to note that consuming alcoholic beverages should be done responsibly and in moderation.
Recipe by Mareh Bleecker.
Hot Toddy
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A Hot Toddy is a warm alcoholic beverage typically made with whiskey, hot water, honey, and lemon. It is often enjoyed during cold weather or as a comforting drink when someone is feeling under the weather. The basic recipe involves mixing whiskey, hot water, and honey or sweetener in a glass or mug, and then adding a squeeze of lemon juice. Some variations may include spices such as cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg, and additional garnishes like a cinnamon stick or lemon slice. The warm temperature of the drink, combined with the flavors of the whiskey, honey, and lemon, can provide a soothing and relaxing experience.
This one is a heart warmer for sure. Enjoy this drink when the winter is at its coldest.
*It is important to note that consuming alcoholic beverages should be done responsibly and in moderation.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Whiskey
- 1 T. Ben’s Raw Wildflower Honey
- ½ oz. Lemon Juice
- 4 oz. Boiling Water
- 1 Cinnamon Stick, smoldering
Directions
- Fill a mug with boiling water to warm it.
- Pour out the water.
Add the whiskey, honey, lemon juice and water to the mug. Stir.
- Light both ends of the cinnamon stick - then blow out the flame to leave the cinnamon stick glowing and smoking.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel and a smoldering cinnamon stick.