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

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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