hot toddy

Whiskey, honey, warmth

A hot toddy is a warm alcoholic drink typically made with whiskey, honey, lemon, and hot water, often with spices like cinnamon or cloves.

It's traditionally consumed as a cold remedy or winter warmer: I made myself a hot toddy when I felt a sore throat coming on.

The drink dates to the 18th century and remains popular in cold weather.

recipe

whiskey

Oak-aged grain spirit

  • bourbonCorn-based American spirit
  • scotchDecisively put an end to
  • honeyBees' viscous nectar product

lemon · cinnamon · cloves · nutmeg · ginger · tea · sugar · star anise · allspice · orange peel

warmth

fireside

Area beside the hearth

mug · snug · blanket · toasty · fireplace · heated · warming · après-ski · cabin · lodge

remedy

flu

Contagious respiratory illness

decongestant · soothing · medicinal · healing · immune boost · restorative · therapeutic · palliative · symptom relief · nightcap

comfort

soothing

Reducing distress or discomfort

nurturing · reassurance · ritual · unwinding · nighttime · bedtime · restful · calming · indulgent · self-care

Categories
Opposites
temperature/serving style

hot toddyiced cocktail

Chilled alcoholic mixed beverage

frozen daiquiri · frozen margarita · mojito · mint julep · piña colada

seasonal/weather association

hot toddydaiquiri

Cuban citrus cocktail

margarita · sangria · spritzer · gin and tonic · summer cooler

bodily effect/purpose

hot toddyice water

Frozen cubes in liquid

cold beer · frozen cocktail · slushie · thirst quencher

Family

hot, hots, hottest, hotter, toddy

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG