Cranberry Hot Toddy

Cranberry Hot Toddy


When you’re looking for a seasonal drink to keep the cold at bay, try this cranberry hot toddy. With a base of warming spices and an optional tipple of whiskey, this toddy will soothe your throat and keep you wassailing all season long!

Cranberry Hot Toddy

Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 3 ¾ cups cranberry juice (unsweetened)
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • 6 tbsp honey
  • ¼ cup cane sugar
  • 1 orange sliced
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 10 whole cloves
  • 3-4 inches fresh ginger thinly sliced
  • 2 star anise
  • ½ cup Bourbon or Whiskey optional

Instructions

  • In a quart-size saucepan, add all the ingredients except for the bourbon.
  • Bring mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–10 minutes. Turn off heat and adjust sweetness to taste by adding more cane sugar and/or honey.
  • Carefully strain mixture and add bourbon, if using.
  • Serve in heat proof mugs and garnish with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and fresh cranberries.

Notes

Substitute agave for honey to make vegan.

Recipe Provided by INFRA