• Whiskey
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Bourbon or rye work best, but scotch or Irish whiskey are also classic.
• Honey
  25 ml (0.75 oz)

  Adjust to taste for sweetness.
• Fresh Lemon Juice
  25 ml (0.75 oz)

  Freshly squeezed is ideal.
• Hot Water
  120 ml (4 oz)

  Just off the boil.
• Cloves (optional)
  3

  For extra spice; studded in lemon wheel garnish.

• Mug or heatproof glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger or measuring tool
• Kettle or saucepan

1. 1

   Warm your mug or heatproof glass by filling it with hot water, then discard the water.

2. 2

   Add honey and fresh lemon juice to the glass.

3. 3

   Pour in the whiskey.

4. 4

   Add hot water (just off the boil) and stir gently with a bar spoon until the honey is dissolved.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as you like.

6. 6

   Garnish with a lemon wheel studded with cloves.

• It’s the ultimate cold-weather comfort drink.
• The soothing blend of honey and lemon is perfect when you’re feeling under the weather.
• Simple to make with ingredients you likely have at home.
• Customizable—swap spirits or add spices for your own twist.
• Pairs beautifully with cozy evenings and good conversation.

The Hot Toddy traces its roots to 18th-century Scotland and Ireland, where it was originally crafted to ward off the damp cold. The name 'toddy' is believed to come from the Indian beverage 'tadi,' a drink made from fermented palm sap, which British colonists encountered and adapted. Over time, the Hot Toddy became a staple in British and American households, especially as a home remedy for colds and sore throats—earning a reputation as the original 'adult tea.' Today, it remains a classic winter warmer enjoyed worldwide.