Description
Enjoy a comforting and warming alcohol-free butterscotch spiced toddy, perfect for chilly days. This delightful drink combines rich butterscotch with aromatic winter spices for a sophisticated and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
- Water (240 ml / 1 cup): Base liquid for flavor infusion.
- Butterscotch Sauce (60 ml / ¼ cup): Provides rich, sweet flavor.
- Alcohol-Free Bourbon Extract (30 ml / 2 Tbsp): Adds warming, complex depth.
- Lemon Juice (15 ml / 1 Tbsp): Brightens and balances sweetness.
- Cinnamon Stick (1): Infuses warm, subtle sweetness.
- Whole Cloves (2): Adds aromatic, spicy notes.
- Star Anise (1): Offers licorice-like complexity.
- Nutmeg (a pinch): Complements butterscotch and cinnamon.
- Softened Butter (15g / 1 Tbsp): Adds richness and creates caramel swirl.
- Toasted Pecans (1 Tbsp): Provides textural contrast and nutty flavor.
- Spiced Caramel (1 tsp): Butterscotch sauce with cayenne for a kick.
- Orange Zest (¼ orange): Adds bright citrus aroma.
Instructions
- Prepare Spiced Caramel: Melt butter, butterscotch, and cayenne over low heat.
- Coat Mug: Swirl melted caramel up the sides of a heat-proof mug.
- Infuse Spiced Water: Simmer water with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and nutmeg for 5 minutes.
- Strain Water: Remove spices from water using a fine-mesh sieve.
- Add Flavor Boosters: Stir in lemon juice and bourbon extract.
- Combine & Swirl: Pour spiced liquid into mug, gently stir to melt caramel.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with pecans and orange zest; serve immediately.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, use homemade butterscotch sauce. Toasting pecans enhances their aroma. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg