Cozy Whiskey Tea

This soothing Cozy Whiskey Tea combines the warmth of herbal tea, the kick of whiskey, the sweetness of honey, and a hint of citrus from lemon juice. It's a comforting cold weather cocktail that will warm you from the inside out.

Cozy Whiskey Tea

A comforting cold weather cocktail made with herbal tea, whiskey, honey, and lemon juice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 7/8 cup boiling water
  • 1 herbal tea bag
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey (more or less, to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons whiskey
  • cinnamon stick, star anise, and/or lemon wheel studded with cloves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a small saucepan.
  2. Place the tea bag in the boiling water, then remove from heat and cover to steep for 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Pour the steeped tea into a mug.
  4. Add honey, lemon juice, and whiskey to the mug. Stir to combine.
  5. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, star anise, and/or lemon wedge studded with cloves, if desired.