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Hot Toddy

Johnnie Walker Black Label is mixed hot with honey and lemon in this delicious, warming classic.

Hot Toddy
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Serves:

1

Ingredients

50ml Johnnie Walker Black Label Scotch

25ml Lemon juice

15ml Honey

1 Pinch powdered cinnamon

1 Pinch powdered ginger

1 Pinch freshly grated nutmeg

2 Cloves

150ml Boiling Water

1 Cinnamon Stick (Garnish)

1 Star Anise (Garnish)

Equipment

1 Heatproof glass

1 Jigger

1 Bar Spoon

1 Tongs

1 Kettle

method

  1. Add all the ingredients to a Heat-proof Glass.

  2. Stir to combine.

  3. Garnish with a Cinnamon Stick and Star Anise.

Alcohol content

15.8 g per serve

Interesting Facts

Some people believe that the Hot Toddy can help relieve congestion and coughing. Honey is a natural cough suppressant, and lemon juice can help clear phlegm.

History of the Drink

The Hot Toddy is said to have originated in Scotland and is traditionally made with whisky, honey, water and a lemon wedge. It’s often drunk as a way to stave off colds and flu.