Hot Toddy
Whether you’ve got a cold, cough, or just a case of the winter blues, a Hot Toddy will wrap around you like a warm blanket and soothe your weary bones. Here’s the classic recipe for a delicious hot cocktail you can make all season long.
Servings 1 serving
Calories 304kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon (1/4 cup, see note 1)
- 2 tablespoons honey (see note 2)
- 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon (see note 3)
- 1/2 cup hot water (see note 4)
- 1 cinnamon stick for garnish (see note 5)
- lemon slices for garnish
- ground nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- In a 6 ounce mug, combine bourbon, honey and lemon juice. Top with hot water.
- Add cinnamon stick and stir until honey is dissolved. Garnish with a slice of lemon and grated nutmeg if desired.
Notes
- Bourbon: Or whiskey, spiced rum, Fireball, brandy, vodka, even tequila. Grand Marnier would be amazing if you like oranges. Pick one strong alcohol that you enjoy the taste of, and go from there.
- Honey: Or your preferred sweetener. Sugar, agave nectar, maple syrup, or anything to sweeten up the booze and make it sippable.
- Lemon juice: Or substitute lime juice or even freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice.
- Hot water: Brewed hot tea works, too.
- Garnish: Try a wheel of lemon dotted with a few cloves, an orange peel, a cinnamon stick, grated nutmeg, or candied ginger.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg