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Tequila Hot Toddy

Published: Nov 2, 2022 · Modified: Jan 20, 2023 by Jan Nunes

Hot Toddy in a glass mug garnished with a slice of orange, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.

A Tequila Hot Toddy contains tequila, Cointreau liqueur, and orange blossom honey. Warm up your winter with this twist on an iconic cocktail.

Hot Toddy in a glass mug garnished with a slice of orange, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.
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There really is nothing like a hot toddy to warm you up on a chilly day. Each sip warms you from the inside as the mug warms your hands, while the steamy aromas of honey and citrus tickle your nose. A hot toddy is the ultimate drink that brings cozy comfort on cold winter days.

The typical hot toddy contains whiskey, lemon juice, and honey. These three ingredients are added to a mug and then topped off with boiling water which puts the "hot" in a hot toddy.

But you can make a hot toddy with your favorite spirit instead of whiskey and for this hot toddy I am using tequila and swapping out the lemon for orange flavors. All I can say is this combination of tequila and orange in a hot toddy is... well... magical. Every sip makes me smile.

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Ingredients

The ingredients, clockwise from top right: cinnamon stick, orange blossom honey, rosemary, fresh orange slice, añejo tequila, and cointreau.

Here's what you need for this hot toddy:

  • Añejo Tequila - This tequila is aged in oak barrels that give it lovely vanilla, brown sugar, and sometimes toasted flavors.
  • Cointreau Liqueur - Of all the triple sec type liqueurs, Cointreau is my choice for this drink. It is very rich with orange flavor from sweet and bitter oranges.
  • Orange Blossom Honey - You can use any honey, but I like to double down on the orange flavor.
  • Boiling Water - Let the water come to a full boil, then add the hot water. This will help thoroughly blend all of the ingredients with just a quick stir.

Garnishes:

  • 1 Slice of an Orange
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 Sprig of Rosemary

Please see the recipe card for exact quantities.

Instructions

Pouring honey into a mug of tequila and Cointreau.

Add the añejo tequila, Cointreau, and honey to a large mug.

Adding boiling water to a mug of tequila, Cointreau, and honey.

Top off the mug with the boiling water and stir until the honey is dissolved.

Garnishing the hot toddy.

Garnish the hot toddy with a slice of orange, cinnamon stick, and a sprig of rosemary.

My Top Tips

I like to add half of the hot water, stir the toddy, and then add a slice of orange. Then it is easy to add additional hot water to top off the drink without overflowing the mug.

If Cointreau is not available, you can substitute another good quality triple sec liqueur or simply add a squeeze of orange.

Each of the ingredients can be adjusted to your liking. If you like a stronger hot toddy, add more tequila and if you like a sweeter hot toddy, increase the honey.

Two hot toddies in glass mugs and garnished with a slice of orange, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.

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Hot Toddy in a glass mug garnished with a slice of orange, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.

Tequila Hot Toddy

5 from 2 votes
Encharted Cook | Jan Nunes
A Tequila Hot Toddy contains tequila, Cointreau liqueur, and orange blossom honey. Warm up your winter with this twist on an iconic cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 228 kcal

Ingredients
 

For the Hot Toddy:

  • 2 Ounces Añejo Tequila
  • ½ Ounce Cointreau Liqueur
  • 2 Teaspoons Orange Blossom Honey
  • ¾ Cup Boiling Water

Garnish:

  • 1 Slice Fresh Orange
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 Sprig of Rosemary

Instructions
 

  • Add the añejo tequila, Cointreau, and honey to a large mug.
    2 Ounces Añejo Tequila, ½ Ounce Cointreau Liqueur, 2 Teaspoons Orange Blossom Honey
  • Top off the mug with the boiling water and stir until the honey is dissolved.
    ¾ Cup Boiling Water
  • Garnish the hot toddy with a slice of orange, cinnamon stick, and a sprig of rosemary.
    1 Slice Fresh Orange, 1 Cinnamon Stick, 1 Sprig of Rosemary

Encharted Cook Notes

My Top Tips
I like to add half of the hot water, stir the toddy, and then add a slice of orange. Then it is easy to add additional hot water to top off the drink without overflowing the mug.
If Cointreau is not available, you can substitute another good quality triple sec liqueur or simply add a squeeze of orange.
Each of the ingredients can be adjusted to your liking. If you like a stronger hot toddy, add more tequila and if you like a sweeter hot toddy, increase the honey.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.5mg

All nutritional information on this site is an estimate. Your results may vary.

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