Legume Free Lemon Honey Hot Toddy
Warm, soothing, and deeply aromatic, this hot toddy is the kind of drink that feels like a hug in a mug. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon are simmered together until the water turns fragrant and golden, creating a spiced base that's genuinely comforting on a cold day. A generous squeeze of lemon and a swirl of raw honey round everything out with bright citrus and natural sweetness. The whole thing comes together in minutes with nothing but whole, simple ingredients — no powders, no packets, no mystery additives. For anyone navigating legume restrictions, this recipe is naturally a perfect fit since every single component is clean and straightforward. It's the kind of drink you'll want to make on repeat all season long, and the optional cinnamon stick garnish makes it feel just a little bit special.
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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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