Soy Free Hot Toddy
Few drinks are as genuinely comforting as a steaming mug of this classic cold-weather cocktail — warming from the inside out with just a handful of pantry staples. Whiskey, honey, and fresh lemon juice come together in hot water to create something that feels both medicinal and indulgent at the same time. The honey dissolves beautifully into the hot liquid, rounding out the brightness of the lemon and the gentle bite of the bourbon or Scotch. Optional cinnamon and cloves take it even further into cozy territory, filling the kitchen with a scent that practically begs you to curl up on the couch. For anyone navigating soy sensitivities, this is a naturally safe pour — every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, with no hidden additives or fermented soy derivatives to worry about the way there might be with some flavored spirits or cocktail mixers. It comes together in minutes and looks beautiful garnished with a fresh lemon wheel.
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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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