Toast to Cozy Nights | Toddies to Try!
As winter wraps its chilly embrace around us, there's nothing quite like a steaming Hot Toddy to warm the spirit and add a touch of cheer to the holiday season. This year, we've partnered with Fred Russel, the skilled Bar Manager at Fable Craft Bar, to bring you three exceptional Hot Toddy recipes that promise to elevate your festive gatherings. And don't be fooled by the simplicity of the first one – The Basic Toddy is anything but basic!
1. The Basic Toddy: Bourbon Brilliance
Ingredients:
2 oz barrel-proof bourbon (the higher the proof, the better!)
1 oz lemon juice
3/4 oz honey syrup
Hot water
Instructions:
In a heat-proof glass, combine the barrel-proof bourbon, lemon juice, and honey syrup.
Add hot water and stir to perfection.
Embrace the warmth and revel in the timeless simplicity of The Basic Toddy.
2. Apple Rum Toddy: An Orchard in a Glass
Ingredients:
1 oz Smith & Cross rum (High-proof Jamaican rum)
1 oz Laird's Applejack (Apple brandy)
3/4 oz lemon juice
3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup
Hot water
Instructions:
In a heat-proof glass, mix Smith & Cross rum, Laird's Applejack, lemon juice, and cinnamon simple syrup.
Pour hot water over the concoction and stir gently.
Transport yourself to an autumn orchard with every delightful sip of the Apple Rum Toddy.
3. Amaro Toddy: Aromatic Italian Escape
Ingredients:
1 oz Amaro (Amaricano)
1 oz New Deal Ginger Liqueur
1 oz lime juice
1/2 oz simple syrup
3 dashes Angostura bitters
Hot water
Instructions:
In a heat-proof glass, combine Amaro, New Deal Ginger Liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
Pour hot water over the aromatic blend and stir gently.
Close your eyes, take a sip, and let the Amaro Toddy transport you to the serene landscapes of the Italian countryside.
This holiday season, invite the warmth of these handcrafted Hot Toddies into your home. Whether you opt for the classic allure of The Basic Toddy, the orchard-infused Apple Rum Toddy, or the aromatic journey of the Amaro Toddy, each sip promises to be a moment of pure winter magic. So, gather around, stir up some joy, and make this holiday season a cozy and spirited affair. Cheers!