Tequila Hot Toddy
A warm and soothing cocktail that blends the bold flavor of tequila with honey, lemon, and hot water, perfect for cozy evenings or when you're feeling under the weather.
Equipment
- Heatproof container
- stirring spoon
- Serving glass
- Measuring Jigger
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila preferably a good quality Blanco or Reposado
- 1 oz Honey
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 6 oz Hot Water
- Lemon slice for garnish
- Cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your serving glass by filling it with hot water for a minute, then discard the water.
- In a separate heatproof container, combine the tequila, honey, and fresh lemon juice.
- Pour in the hot water and stir well until the honey is fully dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the preheated glass.
- Add a slice of lemon on top and a cinnamon stick if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
This cocktail can be adjusted to taste by varying the amount of honey or lemon juice. For a spicier version, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or using flavored tequila.