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A tequila hot toddy? Why not? Most hot drinks fall into the category of Hot Toddies. The history of these beloved cocktails, unsurprisingly, is full of lore. Barroom histories say as much about the teller of the tales as the drinks themselves. And the Hot Toddy is no exception.

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You Say Taddy, I say Toddy

From the Hindi palm sap beverage, taddy, that was enjoyed by the Brits in India in the 17th century, to the anything-goes hot spirited concoction of today. Hot Toddies have been warming weary souls for centuries.

What’s in a hot toddy?

The basic recipe includes a spirit, (originally whisky or rum), sweetener, citrus and hot water.

The hot toddy is not only historically relevant to pubs and bars, it was considered to be legitimate medicine well into the 20th century. Doctors prescribed toddies for all, even young children. Though the age restrictions have changed, many people still swear by the healing properties of warming spirits and good dose of Vitamin C from the citrus in the form of a delicious, soothing hot beverage.

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A hot tequila drink on a tropical holiday

Today “hot toddy” is more of a category of drinks rather than a specific recipe. The components remain the same: spirits, sweetener, citrus, and hot water. But, from there, it’s all about getting creative with what you have available. Bartenders and cocktail recipe developers world-wide have pushed the limits of their imaginations in creating new spins on this classic. But what’s the best liquor for a hot toddy? That’s up to you!

For my hot toddy with tequila, I’ve focussed on the curative aspect of the drink. Honey, lemon, and ginger are all home remedies I turn to throughout the winter. They soothe scratchy throats, warm the belly and provide lively aromas for a slightly stuffy nose

But do you know what else is great about the ingredients in my tequila toddy? They’re all aphrodisiacs!

As for the spirit in this spin on a toddy, I chose a mellow, smooth aged tequila. Not only does the tequila provide earthy aromatic backdrop for the ginger and honey, it also reminds me of warmer winters on the Mexican Riviera. And who wouldn’t want to be there right now?!

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tequila hot toddy cocktail in a white mug

Miel de Jengibre Tequila Hot Toddy

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A tropical twist on a hot toddy cocktail made with tequila and ginger.

Course aperitif, cocktails

Cuisine American

Dish Type Cocktail

Cooking Style Mixology

Seasonal Christmas, Holiday season, Thanksgiving, winter

Ingredient honey, Tequlia

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings cocktail

Author Annette Tomei

Ingredients

1 packet honey ginger tea crystals I like Prince of Peace brand – Trader Joe’s has a 100% ginger that would work too – add your own honey to taste
1 cup boiling water
2 oz Partida Reposado Tequila or your favorite tequila
1 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice about 1/4 of a lemon
5 + drops Scrappy’s Firewater tincture or your favorite spicy bitters

Instructions

In a mug, dissolve the ginger honey crystals in the boiling water, add the tequila and fresh lemon juice, and a few drops of spicy bitters. Adjust to taste.

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Annette Tomei

Chef, Wine Educator & Culinary Consultant at Wander, Eat and Tell

Annette Tomei is a chef, educator, writer, and cultural tourism consultant. She has a Master of Arts in Gastronomy and extensive education in wine and spirits including Italian Wine Scholar with Highest Honors. She is a classically trained chef and former restaurant owner. As a sought-after cooking instructor, she has created popular Port to Table cooking classes for Holland America and has contributed to several food books including Culinary Careers for Dummies. She currently works as a food, wine and spirits educator and consultant though her company, Wander, Eat and Tell. Learn more at http://wandereatandtell.com.

A Tequila Hot Toddy Recipe