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Whiskey Punch

The best way to get warm and cozy after a day outdoors is with this drink, in Ireland known simply as "hot whiskey."

Recipe information

  • Yield

    6 Servings

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups Irish whiskey
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
6 thick lemon slices
24 whole cloves
3 cups hot water

Preparation

  1. Mix whiskey and sugar in pitcher to dissolve sugar. Divide among 6 heat-proof glasses. Stud each lemon slice with 4 cloves. Place 1 slice in each glass. Pour 1/2 cup hot water into each; stir to blend.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesHot DrinkPunchWhiskeyLemonCitrusFruitNut FreeGluten FreeDairy FreeEasyQuick30 Minutes or LessFallWinterBon Appétit
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