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Apple Brandy Hot Toddy

Apple Brandy Hot Toddy
Christmas Toddy Cocktails Drink Winter Easy
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Christmas Toddy Cocktails Drink Winter Easy
1 drink Easy
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4 Ratings 

Ingredients (6)

  • 1 ounce Calvados or apple brandy
  • 1 ounce Bärenjäger Honey Liqueur or high-quality clover honey
  • 4 ounces boiling water
  • Dash freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 1 lemon wedge
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Nutritional Information
  • Calories155
  • Fat0.13g
  • Saturated fat0.08g
  • Trans fat
  • Carbs24.16g
  • Fiber0.31g
  • Sugar23.46g
  • Protein0.18g
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium6.14mg
  • Nutritional Analysis per serving (1 servings) Powered by

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Often used as a cold remedy, a hot toddy is at once delicious and invigorating. This take on the classic receives a boost of flavor from honey liqueur and apple brandy, for a toddy that’s sure to leave everyone warm and a bit toasty.

What to buy: Bärenjäger Honey Liqueur is a German classic. A unique blend of highland honey and fine spirits, it can be found at well-stocked liquor stores or online. If you can’t find it, high-quality clover honey can be substituted. A general apple brandy can also be used in place of the Calvados, but we prefer the full-bodied flavor of Bärenjäger and Calvados.

This recipe was featured as part of our Winter Cabin Fever menu. For more, see our Brandy Alexander recipe or our Slow Cooker Spiked Wassail recipe.

by Amy Wisniewski

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Instructions

  1. 1Pour the Calvados and liqueur or honey into a heatproof glass.
  2. 2Add the water and nutmeg and stir with a cinnamon stick or barspoon. Float the lemon wedge on top and serve.
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