How to Cook Hot Toddy Cocktail (Step-by-Step)

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Hot toddy cocktail –Feeling a bit chilly this holiday season? Why not warm up with a delightful Hot Toddy that’s not just for grandmas?! This cozy cocktail is the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and comforting, making it the ultimate festive drink. So put on your favorite holiday sweater and let’s get mixing!

Check out this Hot Toddy!

Feast your eyes on this beauty of a Hot Toddy! Just look at that savory invite it’s giving you to cuddle up by the fireplace and sip your worries away.

Delicious Hot Toddy Cocktail

Ingredients for the Perfect Hot Toddy

Gather these ingredients and prepare for warmth like you’ve never experienced! Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1-2 oz whiskey (your favorite kind, no judgment here)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (sweeten your life)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (a zesty kick)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (for that extra cozy vibe)
  • 1-2 cloves (throw in some winter magic)
  • Lemon slice for garnish (because you’re fancy)

Instructions to Get Your Cozy On

Now, let’s get this party started! Follow these simple steps to create a drool-worthy Hot Toddy:

  1. Boil some water—yes, it’s as easy as that! Make it steaming hot!
  2. In your fanciest mug (we all have one, right?), combine the hot water, whiskey, honey, and lemon juice. Give it a good stir, like you’re mixing up a potent potion of holiday cheer!
  3. Add the cinnamon stick and cloves. Sink it all in—and while you’re at it, take a moment to inhale the divine aroma. It’s a fragrant hug, I tell you.
  4. Let it steep for a minute or two. This will infuse those flavors like the warmest blanket.
  5. Garnish with a lemon slice—because presentation is key! Sip, savor, and let the warmth seep into your bones.

And there you have it! A Hot Toddy that’ll make you feel like you’re on a cozy holiday escape, even if you are just snuggled up on your couch! Enjoy responsibly and may your holiday season be filled with warmth and laughter!