Nutmeg Free Lemon Honey Hot Toddy
Warm, soothing, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is the kind of drink you reach for when the weather turns cold or you just need something cozy in your hands. Ceylon cinnamon and fresh ginger simmer together into a fragrant, golden base that smells incredible from the moment it hits the stove. A generous squeeze of lemon and a swirl of raw honey round everything out with brightness and natural sweetness. Traditional hot toddy recipes and spiced drinks can sometimes sneak in warming spices like nutmeg, but this one keeps things clean and intentional — every ingredient is right there in plain sight. The steeping step is what makes it feel special, coaxing out every bit of flavor from the ginger and cinnamon before they're strained away. It comes together in just a few minutes and pours beautifully into two mugs, making it a lovely thing to share on a quiet evening.
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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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