To mind baith saul an’ body,
Sit round the table, weel content,
An’ steer about the toddy... -R. Burns
The first description of a hot toddy comes from this poem, "Holy Fair" by Scottish poet, Robert Burns in 1785. OF COURSE the Scots would have a part in creating such a delectable drink, and I'm glad to know that my taste for it genuinely runs deep as my roots. Quite a few of my sweet, close friends have been feeling sicky lately, and it got me wanting to share my favorite remedy for the cold (common and temperature)!
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I think this drink is definitely my bartender specialty (my only one, actually). Please enjoy my recipe below, and feel free to give me your own tips!
Ingredients:
• 1 cup of hot water
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teabag of your choice. British Breakfast is usually my favorite, but this time, I used Pumpkin Spice Rooibos from Trader Joes.
• 1 oz (about a shot glass) of Bourbon Whiskey. I used Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey
• a couple of cloves
Make the hot tea first, and let it steep for about three minutes. I usually add the cloves right now too. After the tea has finished steeping, remove the tea bag and the cloves, then add your lemon and honey. Last step: add your whiskey. Voila! Warm, loveliness. 21+ only please! Feel very free to do as I did and trim this treat with a slice of pumpkin bread and some butter.
