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two glass mugs with hot toddies and lemons and cinnamon around.
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Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

Hot Toddy is a soothing combination of Bourbon, hot tea, lemon, honey, cloves, and cinnamon. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Brunch, cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

  • 3 oz whiskey bourbon or whiskey
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups hot tea
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2-3 whole cloves optional
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Instructions

  • Bring water to boil and add the tea bag, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Take off heat and let the tea steep for 3-4 minutes (check the instructions on the tea package for exact time).
  • Discard cloves after tea is done steeping.
  • Combine lemon juice, honey, and whiskey bourbon in the mugs and pour in hot tea. Stir everything together until combined.

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Notes

Liquor substitute: Vodka is a great substitute because it's virtually flavorless. If you want to go a little sweeter, try using rum (white, spiced or dark) and add a splash of vanilla extract.

Nutrition

Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg