Teas are great for soothing sore throats and helping flush out the last remnants of colds and flus. A heartier and more grown up version of using teas as a flu-time remedy involves mixing them with, what else, whiskey. I’m of course referring to the classic Hot Toddy, a great way to enjoy your tea during the wintry months that packs an extra punch while helping you cope with cold and flu symptoms.
Recipe:
1 ounce of whiskey
1 tbsp honey
1/4 of a lemon
1 cup of hot water
1 t. of our Not So Plain Vanilla steeped in 6-8 of hot water
For the best mixture, drizzle the honey into the glass first, so that the bottom is completely coated. Add the whiskey and the lemon and mix well. Brew your tea separately and add on top. The standard hot toddy is served in an Irish Coffee Glass with a cinnamon stick for garnish.
There are lots of fun variations that you can experiment with, too–just don’ t try them all in one night.
One easy switch up you can try is using different types of tea and alcohol. Not So Plain Vanilla tea mixed with bourbon makes for a deliciously sweet Hot Toddy. For a drink with a bit more of a bite, try using spiced rum or ginger.