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Hot Toddy (cocktail)

Two glass mugs of Hot Toddy (cocktail) garnished with lemon slices and cinnamon sticks, placed on a wooden board.

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A cozy, classic Hot Toddy cocktail made with whiskey, lemon, honey, and hot water — perfect for cold nights or soothing a sore throat.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup hot water
  • 1½ oz whiskey
  • 23 tsp honey (to taste)
  • 23 tsp lemon juice (to taste)
  • 1 lemon round (for garnish)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a tea kettle or small saucepan, bring the water to a simmer.
  2. Pour the hot water into a mug.
  3. Add the whiskey, 2 teaspoons honey, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice.
  4. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
  5. Taste, then add an extra teaspoon of honey or lemon juice if desired.
  6. Garnish with a lemon round and cinnamon stick if using.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make it vegan by substituting honey with maple syrup.
  • Use brandy or dark rum instead of whiskey for a different flavor profile.
  • Enhance flavor with a tea bag (black or green) steeped in the hot water before adding ingredients.
  • Try other garnishes like apple slices, fresh ginger, whole cloves, or star anise.

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