Honey Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is exactly what you want wrapped around your hands on a cold evening. The classic version of this drink typically calls for honey, which makes it off-limits for those avoiding bee-derived ingredients — but maple syrup steps in beautifully, bringing a rich, caramel-like sweetness that arguably makes the drink even better. Bourbon or Irish whiskey both work wonderfully here, so you can lean into whichever flavor profile you prefer: bold and oaky or smooth and mellow. Fresh lemon juice keeps things bright and cuts through the richness, while the cinnamon stick and cloves steep right in the mug, filling the air with a scent that feels like the coziest possible version of winter. The whole thing comes together in just a few minutes with no special equipment beyond a kettle and a heatproof mug. A lemon wheel on the rim makes it look like something you'd order at a craft cocktail bar, but the effort is minimal and the payoff is enormous.
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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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