This cozy, cinnamon stick garnished Apple Hot Toddy is not only a great way to warm up on cool nights, but also can help alleviate the discomfort of a common cold or sore throat. It's my favorite warm alcoholic drink, and I think you'll love it too!
Instructions:
– In a small saucepan warm ¾ cup water.
– Add ¼ cup apple whiskey, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice into a 6-ounce mug. Top off cup with hot water and stir until the honey is dissolved.
– Garnish with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick.
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Variations:
1. Instead of honey, substitute maple syrup for a more woodsy flavor.
2. The mild and fragrant licorice flavor of a star anise is not only a good combination, it's really pretty as a garnish.
Variations:
3. Create a spiced apple cider cocktail by adding apple cider or apple juice instead of water.
4. Not a whiskey drinker? Use apple rum or apple brandy as a substitute for the whiskey.
Pro Tip #1:
To keep your hot toddy warm longer, you can first warm up your glass or mug by filling it with hot water. Just dump the water out before mixing the drink.
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Pro Tip #2:
To make a large batch of this delicious hot toddy recipe, multiply the recipe by how many people you have in your group. I'll often make a pitcher full so I don't have to mix while entertaining