Description
A comforting and warming non-alcoholic hot toddy featuring a blend of black tea, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, sweetened with honey and brightened with lemon juice. Perfect for chilly days, this cozy drink soothes and invigorates with its aromatic spices and balanced flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea and Spices
- 1 black tea bag or 2 teaspoons loose leaf black tea
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1-inch piece of ginger root
- ¼ teaspoon whole cloves
- 1¼ cups water
Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Tea: Put the black tea into a small teapot or French press and set it aside to be ready for steeping later.
- Simmer Spices: Break the cinnamon stick into pieces. Peel the ginger root and slice it thinly. Add the cinnamon pieces, sliced ginger, cloves, and water to a small pot. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for 3 minutes to extract the flavors from the spices.
- Steep Tea with Spices: Carefully pour the hot water and spice mixture over the black tea in the teapot or French press. Let everything steep together for 5 minutes to achieve a rich and aromatic brew.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a mug to remove the spices and tea leaves. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and honey until fully blended.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Optionally, garnish the hot toddy with a slice of lemon and a cinnamon stick for added aroma and presentation. Serve warm for comforting enjoyment.
Notes
- This non-alcoholic hot toddy is a perfect warming drink ideal for chilly days or when you need a soothing beverage.
- The combination of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves brings a warming, spicy aroma that infuses the tea beautifully.
- Adjust the honey sweetness to your preference, adding more if you like it sweeter.
- Using fresh lemon juice adds a bright, zesty contrast to the rich spices and honey.
- Garnishing with a lemon slice and cinnamon stick enhances the sensory experience and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 82 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 18 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.04 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.05 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
