Peanut Free Lemon Honey Hot Toddy
Warm, soothing, and just sweet enough, this spiced drink is exactly what you want to wrap your hands around on a cold evening. Ceylon cinnamon and fresh ginger simmer together until the water turns fragrant and golden, creating a deeply aromatic base that feels almost medicinal in the best possible way. A generous squeeze of lemon and a swirl of raw honey round everything out, balancing bright citrus with floral sweetness. Because this recipe is built entirely from whole, simple ingredients — nothing processed, nothing packaged — there's zero concern about hidden allergens or shared-facility warnings. It's naturally free of nuts of any kind, so you can sip with complete peace of mind. Serve it with a thin lemon wheel and a cinnamon stick for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required. Whether you're fighting off a chill or just craving something cozy, this toddy delivers every single time.
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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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