Mustard Free Spiced Apple Cider Hot Toddy
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider hot toddy is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like a gift. Unfiltered apple cider forms a rich, naturally sweet base, while fresh ginger, ground turmeric, and cinnamon layer in earthy warmth that builds with every sip. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a swirl of honey round everything out with just the right balance of bright and mellow. For anyone navigating mustard-free living, hot drinks can be a surprisingly tricky category — spice blends and pre-made mixes often sneak in unexpected ingredients — but every element here is straightforward and easy to verify. You simply simmer, strain, and pour, which means no hidden seasonings and no guesswork. It comes together in under ten minutes and feels genuinely luxurious, especially served with a cinnamon stick resting in the mug. Whether you're winding down after dinner or fighting off the first chill of the season, this is the drink you'll want in your hands.
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2 servings
- 2 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For serving
- 2 cinnamon sticks (optional)
- 2 lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, water, ginger slices, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring once or twice, until fragrant and steaming, about 5–7 minutes. Do not boil.
- 2
Remove from heat and stir in the honey and lemon juice until the honey is fully dissolved.
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