Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

This classic combination of whiskey, lemon and honey is not only good for what ails you, its mellow flavor is the perfect complement to rich seasonal desserts.
Hot Toddy on a Rustic Table

Classic Hot Toddy

This classic combination of whiskey, lemon and honey is not only good for what ails you, its mellow flavor is the perfect complement to rich seasonal desserts.

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Ingredients

1-1/2 ounces whiskey
1-ounce honey
1 lemon
3 ounces hot water

Tools

Irish coffee mug
bar spoon
citrus squeezer

Ingredients

In an Irish coffee mug, combine whiskey, honey, the juice of one lemon and hot water, then stir.

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