Hot Toddy: A Classic Winter Cocktail

By Nikita Toppo

Warm up your winter with this classic hot toddy cocktail.

Ingredients

3/4 cup water, 1 1/2 ounces whiskey, 2 to 3 teaspoons honey, 2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 lemon round, 1 cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)

Step 1

In a teapot or saucepan, bring the water to a simmer. Pour the hot water into a mug.

Step 2

Add the whiskey, honey and lemon juice. Stir until the honey has disappeared into the hot water.

Step 3

Taste, and add 1 teaspoon honey for more sweetness, and/or 1 teaspoon more lemon juice for more zing.

Step 4

Garnish with a lemon round and cinnamon stick. Enjoy!