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Hot Toddy Cocktail Recipe

A warm and soothing hot toddy is the perfect cocktail to enjoy on a chilly evening.
Made with whiskey, honey, and lemon, this comforting drink can be customized with various flavor variations like apple spice or lavender for an aromatic twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Scottish-Inspired
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup water
  • 1½ ounces whiskey
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons honey to taste
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice to taste
  • Garnish: Lemon wedge, cinnamon stick, rosemary, slice of pear, or apple

Variations:

Lavender Hot Toddy

  • Add a drop of food-grade lavender essence to the classic recipe for a soothing, aromatic twist.

Apple Spice Hot Toddy

  • Substitute water with apple cider to enhance the drink with spiced apple flavors.

Tea Hot Toddy

  • Use hot tea instead of water for a richer,more complex flavor.

Pear Hot Toddy

  • Use pear-infused whiskey for a fruity variation.
  • Garnish with a ripe pear slice or a canned pear slice for extra flavor.

Instructions
 

  • Heat the water on the stovetop or in the microwave until warm. Pour into a mug.
  • Add the whiskey, honey, and lemon juice, stirring well to combine. Taste and adjust with additional honey or lemon juice if desired.
  • Garnish with your choice of a lemon wedge, cinnamon stick, rosemary, or fruit slice. Serve warm and enjoy.
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