Gluten Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, citrusy, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like an occasion. Whiskey meets bright lemon juice and earthy maple syrup in a mug that practically begs you to curl up under a blanket. The maple syrup is a smart swap from refined sugar or honey — it dissolves beautifully in hot water and adds a subtle caramel depth that plays perfectly against the spirit. A cinnamon stick and whole cloves steep right in the mug, releasing warm spice without any fuss or extra equipment. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from gluten, so there's no label-checking or substitution anxiety — just a straightforward, feel-good drink. Finish it with a lemon wheel for a little visual flair, and you've got something that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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