Hot Brick Toddy

Cozy up with a unique spin on a classic winter warmer—the Hot Brick Toddy. This extraordinary recipe blends the soothing flavors of whiskey (or bourbon), honey, and freshly squeezed lemon juice with aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves, culminating in a comforting drink that’s both rustic and refined. The secret lies in the preparation: a heated brick or stone wrapped in a tea towel is placed in your mug before the spiced toddy mixture is poured over, creating a mesmerizing bubbling effect that releases the drink’s fragrant steam. Perfect for chilly nights or as a conversation-starting treat, this inventive twist on the traditional hot toddy will delight your taste buds and keep you warm from the inside out.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz Whiskey (or bourbon)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 cup Water
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 3 whole Cloves
• 1 pinch Nutmeg (freshly grated)
• 1 piece Small clean brick or stone
• 1 piece Tea towel or heavy cloth

Directions

Step 1

Start by thoroughly cleaning the brick or stone to ensure no residue remains. Rinse it with water and dry completely.

Step 2

Place the brick or stone in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for at least 15 minutes to heat it thoroughly.

Step 3

While the brick or stone is heating, prepare the toddy mixture. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring it to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the spices.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat. Strain out the spices and return the liquid to the saucepan.

Step 5

Stir in the honey and lemon juice until fully dissolved. Add the whiskey and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg. Set aside and cover to keep warm.

Step 6

Once the brick or stone is sufficiently hot, carefully remove it from the oven using tongs and wrap it securely in a tea towel or heavy cloth to handle it safely.

Step 7

Place the wrapped brick or stone in a heat-safe ceramic or glass mug. Slowly pour the hot toddy mixture over the brick, which will create gentle steaming and bubbling.

Step 8

Let the drink settle for a moment before carefully removing the brick or stone. Stir gently and enjoy your Hot Brick Toddy while it’s warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	688.8 grams (688.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	208

Total Fat 0.20g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.80g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1.60g	6%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 0.30g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 44mg	3%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 54mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.0%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 96.7%