The Merry Wives Hot Toddy

Makes 1 drink

INGREDIENTS

·       ¾ cup water

·       1 ½ ounces whiskey

·       2 to 3 teaspoons honey, to taste

·       2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice, to taste

·       1 lemon round

·       1 cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS

1.    In a teapot or saucepan, bring the water to a simmer. Pour the hot water into a mug.

2.   Add the whiskey, 2 teaspoons honey and 2 teaspoon lemon juice. Stir until the honey has disappeared into the hot water. Taste, and add 1 teaspoon honey for more sweetness, and/or 1 teaspoon more lemon juice for more zing.