This classic hot tottie recipe is a warm and comforting drink made with whiskey, honey, lemon, and aromatic spices. It is simple to prepare and perfect for chilly evenings when you want a cozy drink with a sweet, citrusy, and warmly spiced flavor. Discover more flavorful recipes like hot tottie recipe right here.
Ingredients
- 2 fluid ounces boiling water
- 1½ fluid ounces whiskey
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lemon slice
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg, optional
Directions
- Gather all the ingredients and prepare a heatproof mug.
- Pour the boiling water, whiskey, and honey into the mug. Stir gently until the honey dissolves.
- Add the whole cloves, cinnamon stick, and lemon slice to the mug.
- Let the drink steep for 5 minutes so the spices and lemon can infuse their flavor.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of ground nutmeg, if desired.
- Serve the hot tottie warm.
Preparation Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 1
- Yield: 1 hot tottie
