7 Cozy Hot Toddy Recipes to Enjoy This Winter (2024)

by Stephanie | Nov 19, 2018 | Simple Living

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Like many of you, I drink several cups of coffee a day. I don’t typically drink hot tea, however when the weather starts to get chilly (here in Maryland that is around the end of September) you really can’t beat an awesome cup of hot tea.

A Hot Toddy to be exact.

A Hot Toddy is traditionally a hot drink of honey and herbs mixed with liquor such as scotch, bourbon, or whiskey. An evening Hot Toddy is one of my favorite things about fall and winter.

My go to for a long time has always Celestial’s Sleepytime tea with some sugar or honey and a shot of bourbon. It is an awesome nightcap. However, after discovering that the main ingredient, Chamomile, is a natural blood thinner, I decided to try some alternative recipes to change it up a bit.

One of my FAVORITE Companies to buy looseleaf tea from is Farmhouse Teas.

Read on for some awesome hot toddy recipes to make your fall/winter cozy and warm!

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1) Hot Cinnamon Chai

Cinnamon Chai tea truely encompasses the essence of fall for me. It is just the perfect fall drink, alcohol or not.

Don’t forget to add the milk! It is a chai tea if it isn’t brewed with both hot water and hot milk.

Let me know what you think!

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Hot Cinnamon Chai

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Ingredients

  • 12ozHot Water
  • 2Twinings Chai tea bags
  • 2tbspsugar
  • 1splash milk
  • 1ozCinnamon Liquor We used Fireball

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Seep tea bags in hot water according to directions.

  3. Add sugar, liquor, and milk.

  4. Garnish with star anise and cinnamon sticks.

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2) Traditional Hot Toddy

Traditionally used as a cold remedy, I was a little skeptical because it is essentially hot watered down bourbon, which isn’t too appealing.

However, with the lemon and honey, it really transforms into an soothing and refreshing hot drink.

I could see it working wonders for a cold.

Give it a try!

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Traditional Hot Toddy

Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 12ozHot water
  • 1 1/2ozBourbonWe used Jim Beam
  • 1tbsphoney
  • 1lemon slice
  • 4dropslemon juice

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Add bourbon

  3. Add honey, lemon slice, and lemon juice

3) Refreshing Mint

I expected not to like this one. I was worried that it would be too minty but it was DELICIOUS. The perfect amount of sweet mint, not harsh mint flavor.

I DEFINITELY recommend. In fact, this has become a regular for me. Hope you enjoy!

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Refreshing Mint Hot Toddy

Ingredients

  • 12ozHot water
  • 1Bigelow Mint Medley tea bag
  • 1 1/2ozPeppermint SchnappsWe used Leroux Peppermint Schnapps
  • 2 tspsugar

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Seep tea bag in boiling water according to directions.

  3. Add Peppermint Schnapps and sugar.

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4) Soothing Night Cap

This is my original go-to recipe and one that I still have quite often. It is soothing, relaxing and sweet. It really adds a cozy feel to your evening.

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Soothing Night Cap Hot Toddy

Ingredients

  • 12 ozHot water
  • 1Bigelow Sweet Dreams tea bag
  • 1ozHoney Irish Mist
  • 2tspsugar

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug

  2. Seep tea bag in boiling water according to instructions.

  3. Add Honey Irish Mist and sugar.

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5) Egyptian Licorice

I really did not know what to expect with this one. I hear “licorice” and I am it to taste like black jelly beans. This did not! It was surprising sweet with a little bite but very pleasant!

Let me know what you think!

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Egyptian Licorice Hot Toddy

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Ingredients

  • 12 ozBoiling water
  • 1Yogi Egyptian Licorice tea bag
  • 2tsphoney
  • 1ozJim Bean Bourbon

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Seep tea bag in boiling water according to instructions.

  3. Add honey and bourbon.

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6) Lemon Lavender Hot Toddy

While I love the smell of lavender, I don’t know if I have ever TASTED it. I wasn’t sure how this one would go but I was pleasantly surprised.

It has a refreshing, floral scent as you would expect and was really quite nice.

The Disaronno is sweet on its own, so you do not need to add additional sweetener.

Try the recipe!

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Lemon Lavender Hot Toddy

Ingredients

  • 10 ozHot water
  • 1Celestial Lemon Lavender Lane tea bag
  • 1ozAmeretto Liqueur (Disaronno)

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Seep tea bag in boiling water according to instructions.

  3. Add Disaronno.

  4. Stir thoroughly.

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7) Spicy Ginger Hot Toddy

Wow, I really enjoyed this one!

It was spicy, but not HOT spicy.

The ginger in this tea is flavorful and adding some cinnamon whiskey creates another layer of spice.

This recipe will become a regular evening treat.

Give it a try!

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Spicy Ginger Hot Toddy

Ingredients

  • 10 ozHot water
  • 1Yogi Ginger tea bag
  • 1ozCinnamon WhiskeyWe used Fireball.
  • 2tsphoney

Instructions

  1. Add boiling water to a mug.

  2. Seep tea bag in hot water according to instructions.

  3. Add Cinnamon Whiskey and honey.

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Welcome to Wingin’ it on the Homestead! My name is Stephanie Leaf. I am a wife to a can-fix-anything husband, mother of two boys under 3, future expert gardener, lover of anything old and dusty, and inspiring homesteader. My family and I are new to this journey and loving every minute of it. Please join me in embracing a simpler life!

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FAQs

What whiskey is best for hot toddy? ›

You can use Tennessee whiskey, Irish whiskey, and any go-to campfire whiskey but if you want to drink like a pro and you're curious which liquor is best for hot toddy, we say Scotch whisky (especially sherry bomb single malt). It's classic.

Does a hot toddy actually work? ›

A hot toddy contains several ingredients that may be able to reduce cold symptoms, such as lemon, honey, and hot water. Adding spices, such as ginger, to a hot toddy may also have benefits. There is, however, no evidence to suggest that alcohol can help with the symptoms.

What pairs well with a hot toddy? ›

To really highlight all of those delicious hot toddy flavors, try adding a few drops of apple cider vinegar. Buttery, flaky pastries like our Ham, Swiss & Apricot Pinwheels are a nice, light complement to the hot toddy.

Is a hot toddy good or bad for a cold? ›

But as it turns out, a Hot Toddy is actually pretty great, from a scientific perspective, at soothing your cold. The reason many of us use cold and cough drugs like NyQuil is because they not only ease our congestion, but they help us fall asleep, too.

What alcoholic drink is good for a sore throat and cough? ›

Blanco tequilas especially with lemon and salt act as a quick remedy against sore throat and cough. The alcoholic drink helps in clearing sinuses. The agave flavor is also said to have anti-inflammatory properties. Hence, Blanco tequilas are among the best drinks for sore throat and cough.

How many hot toddies should I drink a day? ›

While the alcohol in one drink is great for falling asleep and feeling refreshed, one too many and the sleep you receive won't be that refreshing at all, and could cause you to wake up the next morning with worse symptoms than you had before. So, stick to one, and you should be good to go.

Does the alcohol boil off in hot toddy? ›

With the goal of consuming the alcohol, any evaporated alcohol is a small affront to the holiday season. But fear not, hot cider, hot toddy, and mulled wine lovers: Around 85 percent of your beloved alcohol will survive the heating process.

What whiskey is good for a cold? ›

Irish whiskey, known for its gentle, fruity notes, or wheated bourbons like Maker's Mark, which are milder and sweeter, are ideal choices. These types of whiskey, combined with honey's natural soothing properties and lemon's refreshing tang, create a hot toddy that's both comforting and kind to a sore throat.

What tea is best for hot toddy? ›

You can use whatever tea you want for a hot toddy, and any full-bodied, flavorful tea that can stand up well to the strong flavors of spirits and lemon is a good option.

What is a nickname for a hot toddy? ›

A hot toddy, also known as hot whiskey in Ireland, and occasionally called southern cough syrup within the Southern United States, is typically a mixed drink made of liquor and water with honey (or in some recipes, sugar), lemon, herbs (such as tea) and spices, and served hot.

What are all the ingredients in a hot toddy? ›

Ingredients
  • Boiling water, as needed.
  • 2ounces scotch, bourbon, rye, Irish whiskey, dark rum, cognac or amaro.
  • ¾ounce light honey, such as acacia, or maple syrup (or 1 teaspoon Demerara sugar)
  • 1(3-inch) lemon peel.
  • Cinnamon stick and whole star anise, to garnish (optional)
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What is a good side dish for toddy? ›

That is the sort of food that goes best with toddy. The way it works in a toddy shop is that one orders a rice plate which has matta rice dal, pickle and condiments and perhaps tiny fish fry or so and then one orders whatever side dishes that one wants. The side dishes are non-vegetarian.

Do doctors recommend a hot toddy? ›

The answer is yes – to a degree – according to experts of the co*cktail and medical variety. Gabe Urrutia, a Bacardi Single Malts ambassador, told USA TODAY that the ingredients that make up a hot toddy can help you feel better – though he doubts a doctor would prescribe the drink as a "cure-all."

Is toddy bad for liver? ›

The following are a few negative effects of consuming Palm Toddy: It can harm the liver if consumed in excess. Because it includes ethanol, it may have an adverse effect on a pregnant woman's lipid metabolism. It causes the liver to store fat, which interferes with the liver's regular operation.

What is hottie tottie? ›

For this classic co*cktail, you'll just need hot water, whiskey, honey, and lemon. Unlike your typical mulled wine, wassail or warm cider, hot toddies are light and hydrating rather than overwhelmingly sweet. Hot toddies are lovely slow sippers or night caps.

Is Jim Beam good for a hot toddy? ›

From sweet honey to spicy cinnamon and bitters to bourbon, Jim Beam Hot Toddy offers the full flavor of a professionally made hot toddy in one, ready-to-serve bottle. No mixing or special ingredients needed. Jim Beam Hot Toddy is the perfect, pre-mixed hot toddy co*cktail. Just pour, warm and serve.

What's the difference between a hot toddy and a hot whiskey? ›

A hot toddy, also known as hot whiskey in Ireland, and occasionally called southern cough syrup within the Southern United States, is typically a mixed drink made of liquor and water with honey (or in some recipes, sugar), lemon, herbs (such as tea) and spices, and served hot.

Is Crown Royal a whiskey or bourbon? ›

Specifically, Crown Royal is a Canadian whisky, and even though this technically uses a bourbon mashbill (64% corn, 31.5% rye, 4.5% malted barley), bourbon can only be made in America. Though the TTB originally approved the label, they reversed their decision and forced the brand to stop using the name 'Bourbon Mash'.

What is the difference between whiskey and bourbon? ›

Whiskey is a general term for an alcoholic liquor made from fermented mashed grains. Bourbon is the term for a whiskey made from a grain mixture that is at least 51% corn. Bourbon was traditionally made in Bourbon County, Kentucky, and most bourbon is still produced in the state of Kentucky.

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