Cookin' Canuck - Hot Rum & Ginger Tea Toddy Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Which tea goes best with rum? ›

Black tea, whether classic English breakfast tea or orange pekoe, is the ideal accompaniment to rum. co*cktails like the Fish House Punch (a full bottle of dark rum with just as much black tea, as well as some Cognac and peach brandy) and Planter's Punch (a simple mix of black tea and dark rum).

Brew a cup of tea (I used orange pekoe, but any kind you like will do). Stir in some orange marmalade, add a cinnamon stick, and rum. Garnish with an orange round and enjoy! Hot tea flavored with orange marmalade and cinnamon spiked with spice rum, a warming flavorful drink, perfect for a hot day.

Refresh with this snappy little number. BACARDÍ Spiced rum, bubbly ginger and a zesty hint of lime come together in one tasty co*cktail.

From crisp nights to après ski, the Hot Rum Toddy warms you up with its Caribbean heat. A comforting co*cktail, it's perfect for cosying up with close friends.

Toddies to Your Taste

Brandy, rum, and whiskey all make an excellent hot toddy.

"You can add a little whiskey or brandy to this drink and it's very tasty," says Sardino. He says mixing a black tea -- like Rishi's organic black tea vanilla -- with Bailey's also works, much like an Irish coffe but with tea as the main ingredient.

Experts say yes — sort of. The folklore goes that a hot toddy – the alcoholic drink composed of hot water, lemon juice, honey and whiskey or rum or brandy – can soothe your sore throat or clear your winter cold-induced congestion.

Word of caution! Please be aware that rum cannot be your go-to solution to get rid of a cold every time. Since cold and cough is a symptom of several diseases, it is best to talk to your doctor before you refute it as a mere cold and drink rum to alleviate it. Plus, you need to know if it's suitable for you or not!

The ingredients in a hot toddy have been shown to have cough-suppressing properties. Alcohol isn't needed in the recipe to experience these benefits. Consuming warm water, lemon, and honey is the key to symptom relief. Additional items can be added to taste, such as tea, clove, and ginger.

Ginger is a versatile ingredient that is employed in a variety of co*cktails, from the classic Moscow Mule and Dark 'n Stormy to health tonics like the Switchel. The punchy rhizome gives drinks a fresh, spicy bite, and it pairs with everything from vodka and rum to smoky scotch.

Does rum go bad? ›

If kept out of direct sunlight and in a cool setting, unopened rum can be stored almost indefinitely. It is considered a stable liquor with a high ABV to preserve its integrity while in storage. Once opened, a bottle of rum should be used within 6 months to 2 years, depending on the additional flavors in the liquor.

We would recommend apple juice, pineapple juice and orange juice - each of them really brings out the taste in your Spiced Rum. And don't forget you can always use a sparkling fruit juice such as a limonata or appletiser.

Certainly, puss*r's is the traditional and preferred rum for a painkiller. If you don't have puss*r's, that's fine, you can always use any aged rum, such as Appleton Estate or Plantation dark rum.

A hot toddy contains several ingredients that may be able to reduce cold symptoms, such as lemon, honey, and hot water. Adding spices, such as ginger, to a hot toddy may also have benefits. There is, however, no evidence to suggest that alcohol can help with the symptoms.

Grog is a term used for a variety of alcoholic beverages. The word originally referred to rum diluted with water (and later on long sea voyages, also added the juice of limes or lemons), which British Vice-Admiral Edward Vernon introduced into the naval squadron he commanded in the West Indies on 21 August 1740.

Black Tea and Dark Rum

Black tea, most famously English breakfast, is a great pairing with rum. The natural caramelly sweetness of the rum pairs well with the earthy, bitter flavour of black tea. It's such a complimentary pairing that there are already a few established co*cktails marrying the two.

Once brewed, pour the tea into a mug (through a strainer so leaves and spices stay in pot). Add rum and milk to taste. *Note: DO NOT use whole spices, garam marsala or a chai latte packet mix!

A sure favourite of ours during the summer months. A boozy iced tea with Cornish Spiced Rum is definitely a grand idea on those hot summer days! Rum and tea once shared galleons, why not a glass! Either bought iced tea or make it yourself.