Tamarind Ginger Hot Toddy with Indian Spice Blend

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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A warm and soothing hot toddy featuring tamarind and ginger syrup infused with traditional Indian spices, perfect for chilly evenings or seasonal comfort. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, brings together whiskey, tamarind paste, fresh ginger 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 210 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: 15 min Serves 1 Indian cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz whiskey
1 tbsp tamarind paste
1 inch piece, sliced thinly fresh ginger
1 cup water
1 tbsp honey
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole cloves
4 whole black peppercorns
1, for garnish lemon wedge
1, for garnish star anise

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 inch thinly sliced fresh ginger, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 whole cloves, and 4 whole black peppercorns. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 2: Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the hot tamarind-ginger spice infusion into a heatproof mug.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp honey until fully dissolved into the warm liquid.
Step 4: Add 2 oz whiskey to the mug and stir gently to combine.
Step 5: Garnish with 1 lemon wedge and 1 star anise pod on top. Sip slowly to enjoy a comforting Indian-spiced hot toddy perfect for soothing cold evenings or winding down.