Chamomile Hot Toddy
Updated December 9, 2024
I’m a wimp. There’s no way around it. While the rest of the country is knee-deep in snow, I’m hiding inside with a hot cup of coffee, the heater on blast, and rocking my long underwear. Did I mention that I live in California, and the temperature outside is in the low-60s? Like I said, I’m a wimp. So I guess it’s no surprise that I’m enjoying my fair share of warm cocktails these days. Case in point, these chamomile hot toddies. You know I love simple twists on classic cocktails, and this chamomile honey syrup is as good as it gets.
Chamomile Hot Toddy
The simple twist on the classic Hot Toddy made with a honey chamomile syrup
Servings: 1 cocktail
INGREDIENTS
- For the cocktail
- 1 1/2 oz bourbon
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz chamomile honey syrup
- 4 oz hot water
- lemon wedge and chamomile flowers (for garnish)
For the chamomile honey syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/8 cup hot water
- 1 tablespoon dried chamomile
INSTRUCTIONS
For the chamomile honey syrup
- Combine hot water with honey and stir until evenly mixed. Add chamomile, stirring to combine. Let cool, approximately 30 minutes, then pour through a fine mesh strainer to remove chamomile.
For the cocktail
- Add the bourbon, lemon juice, and chamomile honey syrup to a heat-resistent glass or mug.
- Top with the hot water and stir so that all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Garnish with a half-wheel of lemon and a few chamomile flowers.
NOTES
- For an added chamomile kick, substitute the hot water with hot chamomile tea.
- As always, feel free to adjusted to your taste. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more honey syrup. More tart? Squeeze an extra lemon wedge. Not strong enough . . . well, you know what to do. As long as you're keeping warm, you're doing it right.
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