The other night, I was introduced to one of the more amazing (and possibly my new favourite) sick/cold weather drinks I've ever encountered. I've had whiskey neat, on the rocks, mixed with Coke/root beer/ginger ale, and a few other ways, but Monday, I learned a lesson about the true depth of whiskey possibility. Apparently, it can be mixed with spices, condiments, and fruit and then heated! The drink I'm describing is of course the "Hot Toddy."
There are several different ways to make it, and I plan to experiment with different things. However, the one I had is going to be tough to beat. It had whiskey, hot water, cloves, sugar, and lemon. That said, I'd bet that honey and cinnamon would be amazing substitutes. If you have any suggestions as to what you think might be good and/or that you know is good from experience, I'd love to hear!
-FSG
Update: I just made one with freshly grated ginger, cloves, and sugar all cooked into the water, and it is very good. I suggest the ginger wrinkle.
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Ginger, honey, and lemon is my favorite version. It's amazing when you have a cold. The honey is great for sore throats (even better if its raw honey that still has the pollen) and is antibacterial, the lemon has vitamin c, and ginger is good for upset stomach. Last time I had a cold hot toddies (virgin with only hot water in the morning, full strength at night ) were the only things that got me through the day.
ReplyDeleteEDIT: Last time I had a cold, hot toddies (virgin with only hot water in the morning, full strength at night ) were the only things that got me through the day.
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But seriously, they are great!