Non-Alcoholic Hot Toddy Recipes: Winter Mocktails For All
Introduction
Few toasty beverages gain as much appreciation as the hot toddy. The drink is traditionally made using hot water, whisky, sugar, citrus, and spices. However, the beverage’s non-alcoholic counterpart has also carved a niche for itself in modern times.
A non-alcoholic hot toddy is special as it offers all the bright and rich flavours of the original cocktail. Its aromatic spices, zesty lemon, and honeyed sweetness remain intact. While the alcohol is swapped for other robust flavours and bases. This makes non-alcoholic hot toddies a suitable winter mocktail choice for various occasions.
A hot toddy mocktail is savoured due to its versatility and flexibility. It is crafted from simple ingredients and can be personalised to suit all preferences. Each ingredient plays an essential role in creating a balanced drink. Yet, their flavours remain compatible and open to new additions. As a result, the traditional mocktail recipe has many creative variations.
Non-Alcoholic Hot Toddy Mocktail Recipes
Each recipe serves 4.
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Apple Cider Hot Toddy Mocktail
Freshly-squeezed apple cider tastes great when generously spiced and sweetened to create this drink. The resultant beverage is bright yet balanced. To make this mocktail, you need 540 ml apple cider, 240 ml water, 80 ml honey, 60 ml lemon juice, 4 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tsp ground nutmeg, 2 tsp star anise, and 4 cinnamon sticks (for garnishing). Get water boiling on the stove while mixing lemon juice, honey, apple cider and spices in a large container or jug. Stir thoroughly before pouring the heated water into the mixture. Combine thoroughly before garnishing with cinnamon sticks and serving.
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Marmalade Hot Toddy Mocktail
Marmalade enthusiasts will savour this mocktail as it offers the traditional bittersweet citrusy taste in a toasty cup. To make this drink, you need 480 ml water, 90 ml lemon juice, 70 ml honey, 4 heaping tbsp of marmalade, 4 cinnamon sticks, 2 tsp grated nutmeg, and 4 orange wheels (for garnishing). Set a small saucepan on medium-to-low flame. Pour water, lemon juice, honey, marmalade and spices into it and let the mixture infuse. Turn off the heat when steaming before pouring into mugs and serving with orange wheel garnishes.
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Non-Alcoholic Chai Hot Toddy
This winter mocktail is ideal for tea aficionados as it unites the aromatic astringency of tea with honey and spices for a bright beverage. To make this drink, you need 900 ml freshly brewed black tea, 8 tbsp honey, 8 tsp lemon juice, 4 tsp ground cinnamon, 4 lemon wedges, 4 cinnamon sticks, 2 tsp star anise, and 2 tsp ground nutmeg. Those who wish to add milk to their chai toddy mocktail batch can add 450 ml to the mix. Brew the tea first. Let it cool for 30 seconds before adding honey, lemon juice and spices. Stir thoroughly till the honey is fully dissolved. Pour into mugs and garnish with lemon wedges and cinnamon sticks before serving.
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Matcha Hot Toddy Mocktail
Making a matcha hot toddy mocktail is easy, provided the green tea is of ceremonial grade. This will give the drink distinctive depth while showcasing clean, earthy flavours. To make this drink, you need 4 cups of warm water, 4 tsp sifted matcha powder, 4 tbsp honey, 4 cinnamon sticks (for garnishing), juice of 2 whole lemons, and 2 tsp ground nutmeg. Sift your matcha into a mug before adding warm water, spices, lemon, and honey to it. Use a whisk or electric frother to thoroughly combine all the ingredients. Strain into a glass and serve with a cinnamon stick garnish.
Non-alcoholic hot toddies are ideal for gatherings with friends and families. Its sweet yet spiced flavour profile gains depth when the tanginess of lemon juice is added. Its diverse taste makes the mocktail suitable for accompanying various appetisers and treats. These recipes offer a creative twist on the classic toddy mocktail while keeping its core flavours intact.
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