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How to Make a Hot Toddy

You don’t have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a Hot Toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

Welp, it’s January and it’s entirely gloom and doom outside.

Am I surprised? No. Over it? Yes.

Like all Portlanders, I suffer through the months of overcast skies because spring, summer, and fall are totally worth it here.

You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

I can’t wait for spring to be here – this year I’m going to try my hand at gardening! I’ve been composting for a few weeks so we’ll see how that turns out. Anyone have some good composting tips for me?

In the mean time, I really need to work hard at creating more… used lemons… so I should probably go make myself a Hot Toddy.

You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

You should probably make one, too.

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Freshly boiled water
  • Honey
  • Bourbon or rum
  • Lemons
  • Whole Cloves
  • Cinnamon Sticks
  • Nutmeg

You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

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You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

Hot Toddy Recipe

You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.
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Course: Beverages
Cuisine: North American
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 108kcal
Author: Linda
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 4 lemons - divided
  • 18 whole cloves
  • 6 teaspoons honey
  • 6 ounces quality rum
  • 6 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 whole nutmeg

Instructions

  • Fill the KitchenAid® Electric Kettle with 1 ½ cups fresh water. Place the kettle on the stand and flip the toggle switch to the ON position.
  • Cut three of the lemons in half and cut the fourth into slices. Halve three of the slices to make six half-circles. Stud each half slice with three whole cloves.
  • Set out six heat-safe glasses. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon into each of the glasses, then top the lemon juice with one teaspoon of honey and an ounce of
    rum.
  • Once the Electric Kettle has finished boiling and the toggle switch returns to the OFF position, pour ¼ cup of freshly boiled water into each glass. Stir until the honey has dissolved.
  • Garnish each glass with a clove-studded lemon slice and a cinnamon stick. Grate fresh nutmeg over the top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Hot Toddy Recipe
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
108
% Daily Value*
Sodium
 
6
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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You don't have to be under-the-weather to enjoy a hot toddy! A mug full of this steamy cocktail is only 5 minutes away.

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Linda

Hi, I'm Linda! Welcome to The Wanderlust Kitchen, where I share recipes and travel adventures from all around the world. Here you'll find a world of recipes you can have confidence in. These recipes celebrate authentic food heritage as well as modern techniques and ingredients. Be adventurous and try a new recipe and travel somewhere you have never been before.  Bon Appétit! Bon Voyage!  

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