MSG Free Vegan Hot Toddy
Warm, soothing, and deeply aromatic, this hot toddy is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like a gift. Whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and maple syrup come together in a mug with whole cloves and a cinnamon stick, steeping into something that tastes far more complex than its short ingredient list suggests. Maple syrup is the natural sweetener here — no processed additives, no flavor enhancers, just clean sweetness that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh citrus. Because every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, there's nothing hidden to worry about — what you see in the mug is exactly what you get. The brief steeping step is worth the patience; it draws out the warm spice from the cloves and cinnamon in a way that makes the whole drink feel intentional and cozy. It's also entirely plant-based, so it works for a wide range of guests without any compromise on flavor. Serve it the moment it's ready, garnished with a lemon wheel, and it's honestly hard to imagine a better way to wind down.
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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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