Citrus Toddy
Warm up your senses with this comforting Citrus Toddy, a spiced citrus drink that’s perfect for chilly evenings or soothing your soul on cold days. Bursting with the zesty flavors of fresh orange and lemon juice, this cozy beverage is gently infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, creating a symphony of warmth and flavor. Sweetened with a touch of honey and optionally elevated with a shot of whiskey or dark rum, it’s a versatile drink that can suit tea-time gatherings or post-dinner relaxation. Ready in just 15 minutes and beautifully garnished with slices of orange and lemon, this hot citrus cocktail is a must-try for fans of bright, bold, and aromatic winter drinks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Water
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 1 piece Star anise
- 1 ounce Whiskey or dark rum (optional)
- 1 piece Orange slice (for garnish)
- 1 piece Lemon slice (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the spices.
Add the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and honey to the saucepan. Stir well until the honey dissolves completely.
If using whiskey or dark rum, pour it into a heatproof mug or glass.
Strain the hot mixture into the mug, discarding the spices.
Stir gently, and garnish with an orange slice and a lemon slice.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your Citrus Toddy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
