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A Hot Toddy with a cinnamon stick, star anise and lemon peel garnish

Hot Toddy
Cocktail Recipe

Citrus
Honeyed
Bright

The Hot Toddy is a long-standing classic that highlights the simple combination of whisky, honey, lemon, and hot water. Known for its balanced mix of citrus, gentle sweetness, and subtle whisky character, it’s a straightforward cocktail that’s easy to prepare with just a few ingredients.

Ingredients

  • Whisky
    50ml
  • Boiling water
    75ml
  • Runny honey
    25ml
  • Lemon juice
    15ml
  • Lemon
    1
  • Cinnamon stick
    1
  • Star anise or cloves

Number of servings

01

Equipment

  • Mug or heatproof glass
  • Spoon

Bartender tip: Personalise your Hot Toddy by experimenting with different whiskies. Opt for blended Scotch whisky or Irish whiskey for a smooth flavour. If you prefer something more intense, be bold and try a heavily peated whisky.

Hot water is poured into a heatproof glass with a lemon garnish
Method
STEP 01
Pour
Add the whisky, honey and juice to a mug or heatproof glass and stir to combine
STEP 02
Add
Drop the star anise or cloves into the glass, along with the cinnamon stick
STEP 03
Top
Pour the boiling water into the glass to top it up
STEP 04
Garnish
Garnish with a lemon slice or peel, either by placing it into the glass or hanging it from the rim

The Hot Toddy is one of the oldest whisky drinks there is - simple, warming, and made to be sipped slowly.

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