Chicken Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is exactly what you want wrapped around your hands on a cold evening. Whiskey — whether a smooth bourbon or a mellow Irish pour — forms the backbone, while maple syrup adds a rounded, earthy sweetness that feels far more interesting than plain sugar. Fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness with just the right amount of brightness, and the cinnamon stick and cloves steep into the hot water like a tiny, fragrant spa for your mug. The whole thing comes together in minutes with nothing more than a kettle and a heatproof cup. Since every ingredient here is entirely plant-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's naturally free of animal products from start to finish. Steep it for the full two minutes before you sip and let those spices do their thing; the difference is noticeable and absolutely worth the wait.
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1 serving
- 1 ½ oz whiskey (bourbon or irish whiskey)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice (about ½ a lemon)
- 6 oz hot water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 whole cloves
For serving
- 1 lemon wheel or slice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a small saucepan or kettle until just off the boil, about 200°F (93°C) — steaming vigorously but not at a rolling boil.
- 2
Add the maple syrup and lemon juice to a heatproof mug and stir briefly to combine.
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