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Hot Toddy

2 oz Scotch
1 t Demerara sugar
2 oz Water (boiling)
1 twst Lemon peel
Instructions

Build in pre-heated Irish Coffee glass, dissolve sugar in boiling water, add remaining ingredients and stir.

Notes

Traditionally made with Scotch, but variations can be made with just about any aged spirit (bourbon, rye, rum, brandy). Dashes of bitters can be added. Other sweeteners, such as honey, can be substituted instead of the sugar.

History

Dave Stolte dates the Hot Toddy to 17th-century Scotland.

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Reference

Dave Stolte's Home Bar Basics: http://www.homebarbasics.com/hot-toddy/

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Comments
Ajvan commented on 12/01/2019:

I like to add a half ounce of lemon juice and tablespoon of honey.