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Hot Toddy

Hot Toddy is an alcoholic cocktail built on Whiskey. It leans spice and honey. Served in a Irish Coffee Cup. Expect about 23.7% ABV and roughly 179 kcal (estimated per recipe).

Cocktailalcoholic23.7% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

179 kcalCalories
23.7%ABV
13.1gSugar
15.1gCarbs
1.27Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 5 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 50 mlWhiskeyBase Spirit
  • 15 mlHoneyModifier
  • 1CinnamonModifier
  • 1lemonFruit
  • 2ClovesModifier

How to Make It

  1. STEP 1 Whisk the whisky and honey together and split between 2 heatproof glasses.
  2. Add half of the cinnamon stick to each, then top up with 200ml boiling water.Top
  3. STEP 2 Add a splash of lemon juice to each, then taste and add more to your preference.Add
  4. Finish each with a slice of lemon, studded with a clove, and serve immediately.Serve

How to Serve

Glass
Irish Coffee Cup
Temperature
Warm
Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLightStrong
BodyLightFull
SweetnessDrySweet
AcidityFlatCrisp
FruitinessEarthyFruity
BoldnessDelicateBold
  • High ABV
  • Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Hot Toddy?
The Hot Toddy is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Irish Coffee Cup. It has an ABV of approximately 23.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 179 calories.
What does a Hot Toddy taste like?
Hot Toddy has a flavour profile featuring Spice, Honey, Citrus, Oak. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Hot Toddy?
Hot Toddy pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Hot Toddy?
The Hot Toddy has an ABV of approximately 23.7%. That's approximately 1.27 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 179 kcal, 13.1g sugar, 15.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Hot Toddy typically served?
Hot Toddy is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Hot Toddy?
If you enjoy Hot Toddy, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Hot Toddy at home?
Yes. The Hot Toddy uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Irish Coffee Cup. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Hot Toddy with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.