Apple Cider Fireball Hot Toddy
A cozy, sweet, and spicy hot toddy made with fresh apple cider, Fireball cinnamon whisky, honey, and lemon. This easy fall drink is perfect for chilly evenings, gatherings, or whenever you need a warm, comforting mug.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh apple cider (8 oz)
- 1.5 oz Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- 2–3 whole cloves (optional)
- Apple slices or lemon wheels, for garnish (optional)
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup of fresh apple cider into a small saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes, until steaming but not boiling.
- If using, add a cinnamon stick and whole cloves to the cider as it heats. Let them steep for 1-2 minutes.
- While the cider warms, add 1 tablespoon honey and 2 teaspoons lemon juice to a sturdy mug. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Pour 1.5 oz Fireball cinnamon whisky into the mug.
- Remove the cider from heat. Strain out spices if desired, then pour the hot cider into the mug over the honey, lemon, and whisky.
- Stir well with a long spoon or cinnamon stick until the honey dissolves. Taste and adjust lemon or honey as needed.
- Garnish with an apple slice, lemon wheel, or a sprinkle of nutmeg. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Don’t boil the cider—just heat until steaming for best flavor. Use fresh lemon juice for brightness. Stir with a cinnamon stick for extra flavor. Adjust honey and lemon to taste. For a vegan version, use agave or maple syrup instead of honey. Batch for parties by multiplying ingredients and keeping warm in a slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (about 10 oz)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 32
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