
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.
Easy
Difficulty
6 min
Time
120 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Whiskey
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
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.
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




