This is a popular recipe previously published. I’ve updated the post to make it even better!
Okay, so I’m just gonna go ahead and say it… I don’t really like Bourbon! I know, I know it’s like water down here in the South and I’m a legit born and raised Southerner. I’ve just never acquired the taste and really, honestly, I’ve tried. Even Bourbon cocktails I find, shall I say, unsatisfactory. However, that is until I created this little toddy.
There is only the slightest hint of a Bourbon taste in this sweet fall drink, which is just perfect for sipping on chilly (or balmy should you live in Charleston) fall evenings. The mixture is even versatile in that you can add more alcohol should your taste buds enjoy the flavor, but I’m completely satisfied with the amount for which the recipe calls.
I have daydreams about curling up in comfy pjs and reading a good book while sipping this cocktail in the coming colder months, but this would also require having the energy to stay up more than 5 minutes after my kids have gone to sleep. Eh, we all have dreams right… One day! I guess I didn’t give up on finding a way to enjoy bourbon (without it being in a dessert) so I shouldn’t give up on finding some more energy… That’s a different post though.
Okay, now you should go and get the ingredients to make this drink because I have a feeling you’re gonna thank me when you do (completely confident here). Hopefully, you’ll have the energy to curl up and enjoy it while reading a book too! Oh, the life!
How about serving this drink at a fall brunch alongside these Pumpkin Spice Waffles?
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Apple Cider Hot Toddy
- Prep Time: 5 Mins
- Cook Time: 3 Mins
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
Description
An Apple Cider Hot Toddy is the perfect fall cocktail for many occasions whether you’re warming up at a tailgate, brunching, or sitting fireside. Its sweet flavor with a bourbon kick will keep you plenty warm.
Ingredients
- 4 parts (ounces) Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 to 1 1/4 cups Apple Cider
- Garnish with Apple Slices, Cinnamon Sticks, or Star Anise
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan heat the Apple Cider and Honey until just steaming, about 3 minutes.
- Divide the Bourbon into your preferred glass and top with the warmed cider mixture. Garnish your drink with Apple Slices, Cinnamon Sticks, or Star Anise for extra pretty detail. Enjoy!
Oh hello! These are my favorite in the winter for warming up on chilly nights. Absolutely delicious xo
Kristie
And so easy to make right?? Pretty sure I’m going to be serving these up frequently this season even if the serving size is only for one ????
I’m not a huge bourbon fan either, but I do enjoy the occasional bourbon cocktail. This one sounds perfect for fall, despite our super warm fall so far!
Meg
I was surprised how subtle the bourbon flavor was in this mixture. Obviously you could add more but as a new bourbon drinker (read: only on cocktail form ????) this was the perfect ratio for me!
YUM! Bourbon is definitely an acquired taste; it took me awhile to learn to like it. My husband is a bourbon lover; I will definitely make these for him 🙂
Right?!? It totally is an acquired taste! I promise you can barely taste it in this fall concoction.
this would be perfect for my late night harry potter reading!
Oh, agreed! You’ve just inspired me to start the whole series over again!! I actually listen to the soundtrack while working on my site ????