Chicken Free Hot Toddy
Warm, soothing, and deeply satisfying, this classic cold-weather drink is the kind of thing you want waiting for you after a long day outside or the first sign of a scratchy throat. Whiskey, honey, and fresh lemon juice come together in a mug of hot water to create something that feels almost medicinal — in the best possible way. The honey dissolves right into the hot liquid, rounding out the sharpness of the lemon and softening the whiskey into something genuinely smooth and comforting. Optional cinnamon and cloves add a subtle warmth and spice that make the whole drink feel a little more special without any extra effort. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from poultry in any form, so there's absolutely nothing to second-guess or swap out. It comes together in just a few minutes with no cooking skills required, making it as approachable as it is delicious. Cozy up, stir it slowly, and let it do its thing.
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1 serving
- 1 ½ oz whiskey (bourbon or scotch)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice (about ½ a lemon)
- 6 oz hot water
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- 2 whole cloves (optional)
- 1 lemon wheel or slice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a kettle or small saucepan until just off the boil, about 200°F (93°C).
- 2
Add the honey to a mug and pour in about 1 oz of the hot water, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved.
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