Origins of Hot Toddy
It’s believed that the hot toddy originated in India and comes from the Hindi word “taddy.” The first written recipe was in 1786 and included alcoholic liquor, hot water, sugar, and spices. Later, the drink became popular in the UK and the US. And by the mid-19th century, it was a popular remedy for the common cold. The following is our inspired version infused with apple juice, rooibos tea, and warming spices.
How to Make This Recipe
This simple, 1-pot, 15-minute hot toddy is inspired by my recently rekindled love for rooibos tea. Have you ever tried it? It’s deep red in color, subtly sweet, and decaffeinated for us old ladies (and gents). It’s like chai but not as spicy, and it’s especially delicious in the evening when you want something slightly sweet after dinner without going all in on a dessert. The base of this toddy is unfiltered apple juice, water, and rooibos tea. Fresh and ground ginger add spice, cinnamon adds warmth, and a shot of bourbon – which is totally optional – makes it boozy and delicious. I hope you guys love this toddy. It’s: WarmComfortingGingeryNaturally sweetSubtly spicedInfused with rooibosBourbon spiked& Insanely delicious This is the perfect cocktail to make for a group, especially for New Year’s Eve when it’s cold and blustery and you want something warm to celebrate with. I see myself making this all winter to cozy up to in the evening, booze or no booze (but obviously, booze). If you give this a try, let me know what you think! Leave a comment, rate it (once you’ve tried it), and don’t forget to take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram so we can see! Cheers, friends, and Happy New Year!