Orange Clove Whiskey Toddy Cocktail
A cozy hot toddy cocktail with smooth whiskey, fresh orange, warm cloves, and a touch of honey or maple for gentle sweetness. Comfort in a mug for cool evenings!
Equipment
- Heatproof mug or glass
- Small saucepan or kettle
- Measuring jigger or tablespoon
- Mixing spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Fine strainer
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey bourbon or rye
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup, to taste
- 5 whole cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 oz hot water
- 1 slice orange for garnish, stud with cloves
- cranberries optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat water in a small saucepan or kettle until hot, but not boiling.
- Stick cloves into an orange slice.
- Add whiskey, lemon juice, and honey (or maple syrup) to a heatproof mug.
- Pour in hot water and stir until sweetener is dissolved.
- Drop in clove-studded orange slice and a cinnamon stick.
- Add cranberries for garnish if desired. Let steep for a minute before sipping.
Notes
Bourbon makes this drink smoother; rye adds spice. Always use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. For more citrus, add a twist of lemon peel. Adjust sweetness to taste.