Spiced Rum Apple Hot Toddy

A warm and comforting cocktail, the Spiced Rum Apple Hot Toddy is a delightful blend of hot apple cider infused with aromatic spices, complemented by a generous splash of rum. This cozy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings and festive gatherings, offering a delicious combination of sweet and spiced flavors that will surely warm you from the inside out.

Spiced Rum Apple Hot Toddy

A comforting and flavorful hot drink made with spiced apple cider and a splash of rum, perfect for cozy nights and social gatherings.

4.77 from 79 votes
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 8 oz fresh apple cider
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 orange slice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 1/2 oz Rum (RumChata or Fireball Whiskey)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, pour the apple cider and place it over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground nutmeg and whole cloves, stirring to combine.
  3. Place the orange slice and cinnamon stick into the cider and heat until hot.
  4. Simmer on warm until ready to serve.
  5. Prepare a mug by dipping the rim into honey and then coating it with brown sugar.
  6. Prior to serving, strain the cider to remove the orange slice, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Pour the cider into the prepared mug.
  7. Add the rum to the mug and stir, if desired.
  8. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and serve hot.