Coconut Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is the kind of drink that feels like a hug in a mug on a cold evening. Whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and maple syrup come together in a beautifully balanced way — the sweetness of the maple rounds out the citrus tang, while the cinnamon stick and cloves steep into the hot water and fill the whole drink with a spiced, almost festive fragrance. It's naturally plant-based without any substitutions or workarounds, since every ingredient here is already free of animal products by default. Many classic hot toddy recipes call for honey, which makes them off-limits for vegans, but maple syrup steps in effortlessly and arguably adds a richer, more complex depth of flavor. The technique is simple — just heat, pour, stir, and steep — so there's no fussing around and no special equipment beyond a heatproof mug. Serve it the moment it's ready, with a lemon wheel floating on top if you want that little extra touch of elegance.
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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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