Hot Toddies & Warm Sips

Comforting • Soothing • Restorative

Hot toddies are the ultimate winter warmer — simple, flexible, and deeply comforting. This version leans into tea, honey, citrus, and warm spice for a balanced, cozy sip.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz bourbon or dark rum

• 5 oz hot black or herbal tea

• 0.75 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey & hot water)

• 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice

• Optional: cinnamon stick or clove

Directions

1. Add honey syrup and lemon juice to a heat-safe mug.

2. Pour in hot tea and stir gently.

3. Add spirit and stir to combine.

4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or lemon wheel.

Batched Recipe (Up to 25 Servings)

Includes dilution from hot tea

Ingredients

• 37.5 oz bourbon or dark rum (≈ 4.7 cups)

• 125 oz hot brewed tea (≈ 15.6 cups / just under 1 gallon)

• 18.75 oz honey syrup (≈ 2.3 cups)

• 12.5 oz fresh lemon juice (≈ 1.6 cups)

Batching Instructions

1. Brew tea fresh and keep it hot in a thermal container or slow cooker (low).

2. Stir honey syrup and lemon juice into the tea.

3. Add spirit just before service to preserve aroma.

4. Serve warm; garnish individually.

Stay hydrated. Drink Responsibly.

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