Breastfeeding Friendly Lemon Honey Hot Toddy
When you're nursing and craving something warm and soothing, it can feel like most cozy drinks are off the table — but this alcohol-free hot toddy is genuinely made for moments like that. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon are simmered together until the water turns fragrant and golden, creating a naturally spiced base that feels indulgent without any of the ingredients you're trying to avoid. A squeeze of real lemon juice brightens everything up, and raw honey brings a floral sweetness you can adjust completely to your taste. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan with barely any cleanup, which is a gift when you're running on limited sleep. Ceylon cinnamon is worth seeking out here — it's milder and more delicate than the cassia variety, so the flavor stays warm rather than sharp. Served in a mug with a fresh lemon slice and an extra cinnamon stick, it looks and feels like something from a café, but you made it in under ten minutes at home.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- 2 tbsp raw honey, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices (optional)
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger slices in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for 3 minutes.
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