Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Happy NHTD!

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January 11th is National Hot Toddy Day.

Nope, I don't know the historical origins of this holiday.  Do you really need to know them, in order to celebrate the sweet union of whiskey and honey?

Didn't think so.

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There are many variations on a hot toddy, but here's how I made mine:
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1/2 tsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • lemon juice (to taste)
  • strips of lemon peel
  • cinnamon sticks
  • hot water

Mix the first four ingredients in a glass.  Drop in the lemon peel and cinnamon sticks.  Top with hot water. Stir. Let it steep for just a bit.  Enjoy!  (that's an order)

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