Cozy Comfort: Hot Toddy Recipe for Winter Nights
A classic hot toddy recipe combining whiskey, honey, lemon, and spices for a soothing and warming drink.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 1/2 oz whiskey bourbon or scotch work well
- 1 tbsp honey maple syrup as a substitute
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2-3 whole cloves
- 1 star anise optional
- Lemon slice for garnish
Instructions
- Heat water until just steaming, but not boiling.
- In a mug, combine whiskey, honey, and fresh lemon juice.
- Pour the hot water over the mixture and stir well.
- Add a cinnamon stick, whole cloves, and star anise (if using).
- Let steep for a minute, then remove cloves if desired.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Naturally gluten-free.
- Perfect for chilly fall and winter nights.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey.
- Can be made alcohol-free by substituting whiskey with apple cider.
- Star anise adds a deeper spice note but is optional.