Hot Toddy

Hot Toddy

Whisky whisked with honey, split into glasses with cinnamon and clove-studded lemon, then topped with boiling water. The classic cold-weather comforter.

4.5% ABVLightCocktails

Easy

Difficulty

6 min

Time

120 Cal

Calories

1

Serving

Flavor profile

Whiskey

Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

  • Honey· not in your bar½ oz

    Or swap: Agave Syrup — milder, pours easier, Maple Syrup — deeper caramel

  • Cinnamon· not in your bar1

    Or swap: Allspice — similar warm spice

  • Whiskey· not in your bar1 ¾ oz

    Or swap: Bourbon — sweeter, Rye Whiskey — spicier

  • Lemon(optional)· not in your bar1
  • Cloves· not in your bar2

    Or swap: Allspice — similar warm spice

Instructions

  1. Whisk the whisky and honey together and split between 2 heatproof glasses. Add half of the cinnamon stick to each, then top up with 200ml boiling water.

  2. Add a splash of lemon juice to each, then taste and add more to your preference. Finish each with a slice of lemon, studded with a clove, and serve immediately.

Pairs well with

Honey, lemon, and spices steam through whiskey — cozy sickbed-to-fireside bakes fit:

  • Buttered cinnamon toast
  • Honey oat biscuits
  • Lemon shortbread
  • Baked apple slices

Similar taste

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