Description
A classic hot toddy is a warm, soothing cocktail perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a comforting drink. Made with whiskey, fresh lemon juice, honey, and aromatic bitters, this cozy beverage is garnished with spices like cloves, cinnamon, and star anise to enhance its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- Prepare Hot Water: Pour ½ cup of boiling water into a mug to serve as the base of your hot toddy.
- Mix Ingredients: Add 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 to the mug. Stir well until the honey is completely dissolved.
- Garnish Lemon Slice: Poke whole cloves into the peel of a thick lemon slice to infuse additional flavor, then place the clove-studded lemon slice into the mug.
- Add Spices: For extra aroma and taste, add a cinnamon stick and/or 1 star anise to the drink as garnish.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy your hot toddy while it’s warm for the best soothing experience.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey and lemon juice to suit your preferred sweetness and tartness.
- Substitute whiskey with bourbon or rye depending on your taste.
- The whole cloves in the lemon slice add a subtle spicy note and also serve as a decorative touch.
- Optional spices like cinnamon stick and star anise enhance the aroma and warming effect.
- Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for the best flavor.
- This drink is traditionally enjoyed in the evening, especially during cold weather or when feeling under the weather.
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: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
