Nurse’s Nightcap Spiced Apple Toddy

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A warm, soothing apple toddy with cinnamon and clove, perfect for unwinding after a long day with comforting autumnal flavors. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Apple brandy, Hot water, Honey 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 190 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 2 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a pre-warmed heatproof mug, add 2 oz apple brandy, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice.
  2. Step 2: Fill the mug with 4 oz hot water (not boiling, about 160°F) and stir gently to dissolve the honey.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon and add 2 whole cloves into the mug.
  4. Step 4: Stir once more to integrate the spices.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a thin lemon wheel floated on the surface, allowing the aromas to infuse as you sip.

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