Winter's Nap

• Whiskey (bourbon or rye)
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Choose your favorite, bourbon adds sweetness, rye adds spice
• Chamomile tea (strongly brewed, cooled)
  45 ml (1.5 oz)

  Use a high-quality loose leaf or bagged tea
• Honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
  25 ml (0.75 oz)

  Dissolve honey in equal parts hot water
• Fresh lemon juice
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Brightens and balances the drink
• Angostura bitters
  2 dashes

  Adds complexity and a hint of spice

• Cocktail shaker
• Fine strainer
• Jigger
• Bar spoon
• Kettle or small saucepan
• Heatproof mug or rocks glass

1. 1

   Brew a strong cup of chamomile tea and let it cool to room temperature.

2. 2

   Prepare honey syrup by mixing equal parts honey and hot water. Stir until dissolved.

3. 3

   In a cocktail shaker, combine whiskey, cooled chamomile tea, honey syrup, fresh lemon juice, and Angostura bitters.

4. 4

   Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.

5. 5

   Strain into a heatproof mug or a rocks glass filled with fresh ice if serving cold.

6. 6

   Garnish and serve immediately.

• Cozy and comforting flavors perfect for cold weather
• Unique combination of whiskey and chamomile tea
• Light sweetness from honey without being cloying
• Aromatic and beautiful with a spiced garnish
• Easy to customize with your favorite whiskey or tea

The Winter's Nap was inspired by classic hot toddies and herbal teas enjoyed during long, cold winters. Crafted by a creative bartender seeking a drink that was both restorative and relaxing, it combines whiskey’s heat with chamomile and honey—a nod to old-world remedies for cold nights. While not centuries-old, Winter’s Nap has quickly become a favorite among cocktail lovers searching for a new winter tradition.