"On cold nights, nothing hits the spot like a classic hot toddy. This warm cocktail doubles as a soothing tonic; perfect when you're dealing with a sore throat, the sniffles, or just need something comforting in your hands. Better yet, this hot toddy recipe comes together in minutes: dissolve honey in steaming water, add a splash of your favorite whiskey, and brighten it with fresh lemon juice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and sip your way back to cozy."
"Use HOT, not boiling water. You want steaming water, similar to tea or mulled wine-too hot and some of the flavors can get muddied. Heat the water in a kettle or in small saucepan over medium heat on the stove, but remove it from the heat just before it reaches a simmer. Jazz up your toddy. Steep a chamomile or black tea bag in the hot water before adding the honey."
A hot toddy mixes honey dissolved in steaming water with a splash of whiskey and fresh lemon juice, finished with a cinnamon stick garnish. Bourbon is a classic base, while Irish whiskey, rye, brandy, dark rum, amaro, cinnamon‑flavored whiskey, or apple brandy offer variation. Use steaming hot water—not boiling—to preserve delicate flavors, heating in a kettle or saucepan and removing before a simmer. Options include steeping chamomile or black tea, substituting warm apple cider, or adding cranberry juice or aromatic bitters. Increase spice by steeping cloves or star anise or stirring in ground cinnamon or nutmeg. Warm mugs to keep drinks hot longer.
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