GIN HOT TODDY!
Achoo (in a bent elbow).
It’s that time of year where everyone seems to be catching a cold!
I remember spending weekends at my grandparent’s place and if I was feeling a little under the weather with a cold, my grandpa used to make me a hot toddy. Over the years, I got to know how to do it myself and made a little modification too. Now, when my husband is sick and I don’t know how to help him, I whip up a hot toddy, and within an hour or so he’s feeling brighter and better. I am not sure if it’s the gin or the honey or the fact that a warm drink makes you feel better from the inside out, but it always seems to do the trick.
GIN HOT TODDY
INGREDIENTS – WILL SERVE ONE:
- 50ml Gin
- 50ml Boiled Water (or more if you like)
- Runny honey to taste
- 20ml Fresh Lemon Juice
“garnish with cinnamon and orange (dehydrated or fresh)”
METHOD:
- Add 50ml of gin to your favourite teacup or heatproof glass.
Top up 50ml boiled water. – more if needed.
Squeeze some runny honey in the cup and add 20ml of fresh lemon juice.
Stir and add your dehydrated orange garnish.
TOP TIP:
A cinnamon stick or two and/or star anise would also make delicious garnishes in this drink. I sometimes like to add a little orange juice instead of more honey for a little more sweetness if needed.
Please check with your doctor first before drinking this if you are taking medication for your cold.
You definitely don’t need a cold to drink this gin hot toddy recipe though, it is delicious for any chilly evening…
Ginjoy!