Legume Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this hot toddy is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel instantly more manageable. Whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and maple syrup come together in a mug with whole cloves and a cinnamon stick, creating layers of spice and citrus that feel almost medicinal in the best possible way. The maple syrup is a particularly smart swap here — it dissolves beautifully into the hot water and adds a rounded, caramel-like sweetness that plays off the whiskey without overpowering it. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from legumes, so there's nothing to scrutinize or substitute — just pour, steep, and sip. Letting the cloves and cinnamon stick steep for a minute or two before drinking is the small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out that deep, warming fragrance. Garnish with a lemon wheel if you want to make it feel a little more special, or skip it entirely on a weeknight when you just need something soothing in your hands.
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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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