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.
Cocktail summary
Is of
unknown authenticity
Reference
Dave Stolte's Home Bar Basics: http://www.homebarbasics.com/hot-toddy/
Scotch, Water, Demerara sugar, Lemon peel
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Cocktail
Cocktail
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craft, alcoholic
4.3
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I like to add a half ounce of lemon juice and tablespoon of honey.