Classic Hot Toddy with Scotch and Lemon
A soothing hot toddy combining Scotch whisky with fresh lemon juice and honey, perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together Scotch whisky, hot water, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Scotch whisky
- 6 oz hot water
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1, for garnish cinnamon stick
- 1, for garnish lemon slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a heatproof glass or mug, pour 2 ounces of Scotch whisky and 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice.
- Step 2: Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the glass and pour in 6 ounces of hot water. Stir vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved and the drink is steaming hot.
- Step 3: Garnish with 1 cinnamon stick and 1 lemon slice, letting the cinnamon infuse the drink for a minute before sipping.
