I know it feels like we just kissed summer goodbye, but we have actually just entered one of the most dreaded times of the year: flu season. Since you probably didn’t pop into your local CVS to get a flu shot, you will likely need a way to fight the dreaded flu, the common cold and any number of cold weather maladies. May we recommend a cocktail?
Traditionally, the Hot Toddy was prepared to fight the common cold. Popular in Scotland and Ireland, a Hot Toddy is usually comprised of whisky, hot water, honey and lemon. There are many variations on the basic recipe, but it is believed that the drink has cure-all properties. At least, that’s what we tell ourselves when we drink one right before bed. If nothing else, the Hot Toddy is warm and feels good going down our throat. From the original Hot Toddy comes a slew of new and interesting cocktails perfect to fight the flu from bartenders across the US. Do they have medicinal properties? Probably not. But what’s the harm in trying?
Hot Shot
From MiniBar’s Bartender Jeremy Allen
Ingredients
2 oz. Bank Note Scotch
0.75 oz. ginger syrup
0.75 oz. lemon
0.5 oz. honey
Directions: You can shake all the ingredients and strain over ice if you want to keep it simple. But we recommend you steam the drink with a cappuccino wand and serve warm in a glass mug. Lay a thinly sliced lemon wheel on top, then drizzle and float a spoon of smoky Islay scotch on top. You can substitute Reposado Tequila for the bank note, and a mezcal for the Islay scotch. If steaming, don’t go too hot. You don’t want to lose the booze. Aim for 120/130 degrees.
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