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Apple Cider Hot Toddy

Warm Up with a Cozy Apple Cider Hot Toddy Delight

Discover the comforting warmth of Apple Cider Hot Toddy, a rich blend of spiced apple cider and bourbon, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups fresh apple cider opt for unfiltered for robust flavor
  • 0.25 cups honey can substitute with maple syrup or agave
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 piece fresh ginger grated or finely chopped
  • 2 sticks cinnamon for aromatic flavor
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional
For the Citrus Kick
  • 0.5 pieces lemon freshly squeezed juice
For the Spirit
  • 4 ounces bourbon or substitute with whisky or Scotch
For Garnish
  • 2 slices apple or lemon optional for visual appeal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Warm 1 ½ cups of fresh apple cider in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in ¼ cup of honey until fully dissolved, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add a ½-inch piece of freshly grated ginger and 2 cinnamon sticks, simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Optionally add a pinch of cayenne pepper, stir gently, and simmer for another minute.
  5. Remove from heat, strain into mugs, stir in 4 ounces of bourbon and the juice of half a lemon.
  6. Garnish with additional cinnamon sticks and slices of apple or lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 56gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 50gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness and spice to preference. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Non-alcoholic options available by substituting bourbon with extra apple cider or ginger ale.

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