Description
Experience the warm embrace of Hot Claus, a hibiscus hot toddy perfect for winter gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cranberry Juice (Can substitute with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version.)
- 1 bag Red Zinger Tea (Feel free to use any herbal tea.)
- 1.5 ounces Bourbon (Can substitute with apple juice for a non-alcoholic option.)
- 1 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup (Honey is an alternative if maple isn’t available.)
- 0.5 ounces Campari (Omit for a milder taste.)
- 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth (Optional, can leave out if unavailable.)
- 1 slice Slices of Orange (Add more for a brighter aroma.)
- 1 stick Cinnamon Sticks (Increase for a stronger flavor.)
- 1 pod Star Anise Pod (Optional but recommended.)
- 3 pieces Fresh Cranberries (Enhances the festive presentation.)
Instructions
- In a pot, combine one Red Zinger tea bag with 2 cups of cranberry juice and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium until steaming.
- Once hot, stir in the bourbon, pure maple syrup, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Mix well until incorporated.
- Carefully pour the mixture into heat-resistant glasses or mugs.
- Top each serving with a slice of orange, a cinnamon stick, a star anise pod, and a few fresh cranberries.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
