Hot Apple Cider Toddy
Warm up your evenings with the comforting embrace of a Hot Apple Cider Toddy, the perfect balance of cozy and indulgent. This autumn-inspired cocktail combines the rich sweetness of apple cider gently simmered with warming spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves. A touch of honey and a splash of bright lemon juice add a harmonious depth, while whiskey or bourbon lends a soothing kick. Garnished with a slice of fresh lemon and a pinch of nutmeg, this aromatic toddy is a soul-soothing drink that’s perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is a seasonal crowd-pleaser you’ll want to sip all fall and winter long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Apple cider
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 Star anise
- 3 Whole cloves
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 ounces Whiskey or bourbon
- 1 piece Lemon slice
- 1 pinch Ground nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, pour in the apple cider and add the cinnamon stick, star anise, and whole cloves.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the cider to a gentle simmer, about 5-7 minutes. Avoid letting it boil.
Once the cider is heated through and infused with the spices, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Stir in the honey and lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Strain the hot cider into two heatproof mugs to remove the spices.
Add 1 ounce of whiskey (or bourbon) to each mug and stir to combine.
Garnish each mug with a lemon slice and a pinch of ground nutmeg, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the soothing warmth of your Hot Apple Cider Toddy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
