Hot Toddy
A warm, soothing cocktail of whiskey, honey, lemon, and hot water — the classic cold-weather remedy.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Whiskey
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz Hot water
- lemon wheel (garnish) garnish
- cinnamon stick (garnish) garnish
- star anise (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Enjoy with hearty comfort foods like beef stew, roasted root vegetables, or spiced ham to complement the warming honey, whiskey, and lemon therapeutic qualities.
Instructions
1
Add honey to a warmed mug
2
Pour in hot water and stir to dissolve the honey
3
Add whiskey and fresh lemon juice
4
Stir gently
5
Garnish with a lemon wheel, cinnamon stick, and star anise
Tips
Don't use boiling water — it can make the whiskey taste harsh; around 175°F is ideal Add a cinnamon stick while steeping for extra warmth Swap honey for maple syrup for an autumn twist