TGI-Almost Friday! I’m toasting the upcoming weekend with this chest-warming cocktail we lovingly refer to as our “Hotty Toddy.” A classic Hot Toddy drink can be made with bourbon, whiskey or rum. But I’ll be honest with you; I simply cannot do bourbon with a Hot Toddy the way I can do it with my Spiced Orange & Rosemary Bourbon. It’s just so MUCH in each gulp that I gladly trade it for spiced rum here. And fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of honey and hot water come together with the rum to give your tastebuds a little embrace with each and every sip.
My spin on the Hot Toddy is just as tasty as it is gorgeous. Simply garnish with thinly sliced lemon, cinnamon sticks and star anise. The result is a wonderfully vibrant, warm cocktail that is sure to impress your guests. And if you’re not up for entertaining, rumor has it that a Hot Toddy can even cure a cold…just sayin’. Cheers! Truly, MKR
P.S. For more cold-weather (and warm) sips, check out our cocktail archives! xo
- 2 oz Spiced Rum
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2-3/4 cup boiling-hot water
- Cinnamon Sticks and Star Anise for Garnish
- Place rum, honey, and lemon juice in a glass or mug.
- Top off with hot water and stir until honey is dissolved.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick and star anise.
