Hot Toddy Day

When:
🗓️ January 11

Where:
🌐 Everywhere

Since:
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Hot toddy day: the perfect excuse to mix whiskey with tea and call it a sophisticated cocktail!
January is the month of snow, ice, and frozen toes.
But don’t worry , there’s a cure for the winter blues, and it’s called a Hot Toddy! Break out the whiskey and honey to mix up the warm, comforting, and delicious drink that’s guaranteed to chase away the chills and soothe the soul.

A hot toddy is a warm, boozy, and spiced drink that’s been enjoyed for centuries.
It’s a classic warm cocktail made with whiskey, hot water, honey, and lemon.
The perfect drink for a chilly night, a sore throat, or, just because you feel like having a drink.
It’s simple, delicious, and packed with all the good stuff and also packs a punch on top of that all.

The exact origin of Hot Toddy Day is unknown.
Legend has it that the hot toddy was invented by a Scottish bartender in the 1600s to cure shivering patrons of their ailments.
And thus, Hot Toddy Day was born!
This story does not have a reliable source, but sounds plausible enouhg.

Now, the traditional hot toddy is made with whiskey, honey, lemon, and spices like cinnamon and cloves.
But don’t let tradition hold you back! There are countless variations of this beloved drink. You can add all sorts of tasty ingredients to a hot toddy to make it even better.
Here are just a few variations:

Spiced Hot Toddy: This version includes cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg for a warm and spicy twist.
Hot Apple Cider Toddy: This variation combines apple cider, cinnamon sticks, and brandy for a warm and sweet treat.
Ginger Hot Toddy: This version adds fresh ginger for a spicy and zesty kick.
Hot Buttered Rum Toddy: Just add butter.
Cider Toddy: Use warm cider instead of water
Hot Chocolate Toddy: The choice is to add cocoa powder or melt chocolate into your toddy. Or Both.

So, how can we celebrate Hot Toddy Day in a way that honors this delicious drink?

Host a hot toddy tasting party, where guests bring their favorite variations to share.
Have a hot toddy bar crawl, visiting different bars and trying their hot toddy specials
Host a hot toddy and movie night, complete with cozy blankets and blankets
Make hot toddies for your co-workers during a particularly dreary workday.
We do not recommend adding alcohol until after work hours.

In conclusion, Hot Toddy Day is not just about the drink, it’s about celebrating the warmth and comfort it brings to our lives.
So, whether you’re a hot toddy purist or love to mix it up, grab your favorite whiskey, mix up a hot toddy, and sit back and relax.
Cheers to Hot Toddy Day!