If you haven’t tried an Apple Cider Hot Toddy before, now is the time! Get our favorite Fall co*cktail recipe below.
There is just something about warm apple cider that screams Fall to me! Add a little bourbon, citrus and spices and I am ready for a perfect Fall afternoon.
So, today I am sharing a family favorite recipe for an Apple Cider Hot Toddy. This is a perfect Fall co*cktail to serve for an afternoon gathering.
You can make a big batch in a pot on the stove (or slow cooker) and keep it warm all day. It not only tastes good, but the house will smell delightful!
Fresh or unfiltered apple cider would make this warm co*cktail even that much more delicious. I love this spin on the classic Hot Toddy. I cannot wait to make a big pot of Apple Cider Hot Toddies for this Thanksgiving!
What is a hot toddy?
A hot toddy is typically a co*cktail served warm with whiskey. It usually consists of liquor, hot water, spices, lemon. Often people like to enjoy these drinks during Fall and winter months.
What kind of glass to serve a hot toddy in
A glass mug is most often used to serve a hot toddy. You want something with a handle as the beverage is hot. Here are some of our favorites:
Mix the apple cider, cinnamon and star of anise in a sauce pan. Bring to low boil. Turn down heat, simmer for 10 – 15 minutes.
Add honey and stir. Add bourbon and fresh lemon and fresh orange juice. Pour into mugs or glasses.
You can garnish the glasses with an apple or lemon wedge.
What are your favorite Fall co*cktails? Our friend Cyd makes an amazing Caramel Apple Sangria that is to die for!
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Apple cider is a versatile beverage you can integrate into your menu in a variety of ways. While delicious cold, you can turn apple cider into a warming and comforting drink by heating it on the stove and adding a sprinkle of your favorite type of cinnamon.
Whiskey: We used bourbon for this recipe but rye bourbon, Irish whiskey, or Canadian whiskey would all work just fine. Use a good drinkable bottle, but not too good. There are a lot of flavors going on in this co*cktail and a really nice whiskey will get lost in the sweetness and spices.
This warming cider isn't just delicious, it's also good for you! Hot drinks help wash pathogenic viruses out of the throat, making them a great way to prevent colds and flus. The thyme has a strong antimicrobial effect, and the cinnamon acts as an anti-inflammatory.
Whiskey or bourbon also pairs well with fall and winter warming spices that are often found in hot apple cider recipes like cinnamon and cloves. Dark rum is another dark liquor that is also a popular choice for spiking apple cider and could certainly be used in this recipe in lieu of whiskey or bourbon.
Apple cider is apple juice that has not been filtered and still contains all the apple pieces, pulp, and sediment. It is the raw, purer version of apple juice. To make an alcoholic cider, yeast is added which converts the sugar into alcohol. Simple right? Hard cider is the adult version of apple cider.
Nothing says fall quite like apple cider, especially when combined with a good quality whiskey. Simple to make and super soul-warming, apple cider whiskey is one of the best whiskey co*cktails to enjoy with family and friends during the fall and holiday season, especially around the fire on a brisk day.
Using too many spices will result in bitter apple cider. Ground nutmeg. you can substitute one whole nutmeg for the ground, if you prefer. However whole nutmeg is difficult to find, and when I use it to make this apple cider recipe I find it leaves a bitter taste that we don't prefer.
Apple cider contains polyphenols, which are compounds in plants that act as antioxidants. They can help the body to fight against free radicals and cell damage, lowering your risk of certain types of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Polyphenols also help to ease inflammation in the body.
A delicious blend of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, a special apple cider liqueur and warm winter spices that come together delightfully to create the perfect holiday co*cktail blend.
Sometimes she calls it a cider bourbon smash or a sour—whatever you call it, it's a winner. The simple combination of fresh apple cider, lemon juice (to balance out the sweetness of the cider), fresh ginger for a kick, and bourbon for warmth is sublime.
Some doctors may recommend apple cider vinegar as a successful home remedy for coughs, so long as it's used correctly. Its acids may work similarly to lemon or pineapple juice to stop the tickly sensation that leads to coughing. To use: Mix 2 tablespoons of a high-quality apple cider vinegar into a tall glass of water.
Apple cider vinegar prevents bacteria growth and contains potassium, which helps thin mucus. Mixing a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar into a glass of water or hot tea will help drain your sinuses and get rid of phlegm.
For boosted immunity and/or sickness relief, try making lemon-ginger-cinnamon tea or a hot toddy. To make the immune-boosting tea, simply squeeze half a lemon into a mug and add the lemon rind. Add one or two cinnamon sticks and five slices of peeled ginger root.
This apple cider co*cktail is so perfect for fall. Chilled apple cider poured over crushed ice, mixed with salted caramel vodka and topped off with ginger ale. It's refreshing and tastes like heaven. All the cozy vibes!
Cheese: Hard cider pairs well with a variety of cheeses, such as sharp cheddar, gouda, and brie. Meat and Poultry: Hard cider is a great complement to pork, chicken and sausages, particularly when they are grilled or roasted. Seafood: Hard cider is a good pairing for seafood such as oysters, mussels, and shrimp.
Dark liquors like bourbon (bourbon or fireball whiskey), rum, whiskey, and brandy work pretty well with apple cider. Moreover, you can also add spirits like Vodka. When combined with apple cider, Vodka will give you a tangy and sweet flavor. Tequila is also a good choice.
Introduction: My name is Rueben Jacobs, I am a cooperative, beautiful, kind, comfortable, glamorous, open, magnificent person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
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