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    Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe

    Published: Jan 25, 2013 · Modified: Jun 21, 2019 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 15 Comments

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    Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe by Cookin' Canuck #cocktail #tea #drink
    A steaming hot toddy, made of brewed tea, dark rum and ginger will warm you to your toes.

    It's possible that I've reached my cold weather limit. Of course, I haven't exactly been diligent about keeping myself warm. (You remember the picture, right?) Each day, there are endless cups of tea consumed, usually while swaddled in a large fleece blanket.

    As much as I enjoy my lightly sweetened cups of Earl Grey, or warming servings of green tea, I felt that I needed an extra dose of warmth to truly warm me to the core. And then it came to me. Tea with rum. No, I'm not sitting alone at home while the kids are at school, sipping on spiked tea. But this concoction is perfect for a lazy weekend evening, while sitting in front of the fire.

    This warm cocktail is based off of a traditional hot toddy, which can include a range of alcohol, depending on where you're from. Whiskey, bourbon and brandy are the most common spirits used, while the mixers can be water spiked with spices, warm milk with honey or ginger ale and lemon.

    My version stars brewed tea and dark rum. For the tea, use whatever type of black tea that appeals to you, but orange pekoe, Earl Grey and English breakfast are all good choices. The tea and rum are simmered slightly with oranges slices, pieces of fresh ginger, a little honey (or agave nectar) and a pinch of nutmeg. You could also add a combination of cinnamon sticks, apple slices and whole cloves...whatever strikes your fancy.

    The recipe:

    In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine the tea, rum, agave nectar (or honey), orange slices, ginger slices and nutmeg.

    Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe by Cookin' Canuck #cocktail #tea #drink

    Heat the mixture over medium heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.

    Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe by Cookin' Canuck #cocktail #tea #drink

    Remove the orange and ginger slices, and pour into 2 mugs and serve, each garnished with a piece of the orange.

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    Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe

    A steaming hot toddy cocktail, made of brewed tea, dark rum, orange slices and ginger will warm you to your toes.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: British
    Keyword: Holiday Cocktails
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 2 Beverages
    Calories: 118.8kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ cups brewed orange pekoe tea
    • 3 ounces dark rum
    • 2 teaspoons agave nectar or honey
    • 2 slices orange
    • 2 thick peeled slices fresh ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine the tea, rum, agave nectar (or honey), orange slices, ginger slices and nutmeg.
    • Heat the mixture over medium heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.
    • Remove the orange and ginger slices, and pour into 2 mugs and serve, each garnished with a piece of the orange.

    Notes

    WW (Old Points) 2 / WW (Points+) 1

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Drink | Calories: 118.8kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.1g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 50.6mg | Sugar: 5.4g
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    Disclosure: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      Comments

      1. Tony

        December 16, 2013 at 1:02 pm

        I believe Castle Brands makes a great Rum for this recipe....jmho

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      2. Miachel @ Spiced Curiosity

        February 04, 2013 at 10:30 am

        Sounds divine. I love the hearty pieces of fresh ginger.

        Reply
      3. Erika @ The Hopeless Housewife

        January 26, 2013 at 6:57 pm

        What a tasty way to warm up!

        Reply
      4. Carolyn

        January 26, 2013 at 10:20 am

        Oh I want this. Like...now. 5 minutes ago!

        Reply
      5. Galit Breen

        January 26, 2013 at 5:15 am

        Um Dara?

        This sounds AMAZING! I'm in love, and oh-so-very cold in Minnesota!

        Love this! {Truly}

        Reply
      6. Jeff

        January 26, 2013 at 12:36 am

        Definitely would keep my warm on these Alberta prairies! Although today was a balmy seven degrees! Such a great looking recipe. I love the addition of ginger and honey in it as well!

        Reply
      7. Shaina

        January 25, 2013 at 8:50 pm

        Love this with the ginger tea! Perfect for keeping warm.

        Reply
      8. Jen at The Three Little Piglets

        January 25, 2013 at 7:53 pm

        I wish I was sick of being cold! It's been crazy warm this winter in Georgia - I would love a reason to dig out just one of the like 30 scarves I own!

        Reply
      9. foodwanderings

        January 25, 2013 at 3:03 pm

        Dara, I've got a confession, I didn't know what is a hot toddy so when I saw your title I came right over with an inquiring mind.:) I figured it's a hot drink, mulled maybe?! I didn't realize it's tea with an extra sumtin' sumtin'.:) A shot of liquor to warm up the nights. It's been freezing in the DC area, it seriously feels like the Arctic, or as I imagine it! 🙂

        Reply
      10. Jen @ Savory Simple

        January 25, 2013 at 1:27 pm

        Right at this VERY second I am freezing. This drink is exactly what I need in my life.

        Reply
      11. Carla @ Carlas Confections

        January 25, 2013 at 10:19 am

        Looks perfect to me! This should help my cold go away too 😉

        Reply
      12. Sprigs of Rosemary

        January 25, 2013 at 9:43 am

        I'll be right over . . . .

        Reply
      13. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet

        January 25, 2013 at 9:31 am

        I have been feeling a bit under the weather so this would be perfect! Pinning!

        Reply
      14. Jenna

        January 25, 2013 at 8:30 am

        So beautiful! Perfect way to warm up!

        Reply
      15. Mark

        January 25, 2013 at 6:07 am

        I'm tired of the cold too, and I can't wait to try this (maybe tonight) instead of my usual ginger tea.

        Thanks for the recipe.

        Reply

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