The Best Hot Toddy
Ingredients ½ cup water, boiling 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed 4 tablespoons bourbon 2 to 3 drops aromatic bitters 2 to 3 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon whole cloves, optional for garnish 1 slice lemon, optional 1 cinnamon stick, optional 1 star anise, optional Instructions see continuation on next page