Cardamom Riesling Delight

Warm up your evening with a delightful Riesling Hot Toddy. This cozy cocktail is a perfect blend of honey, lemon, and cardamom steeped in a bottle of riesling, resulting in a soothing and aromatic drink that is sure to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply unwinding after a long day, this warm riesling concoction is a delightful way to usher in the festive season.

Cardamom Riesling Delight

A delightful and aromatic warm riesling cocktail with honey, lemon, and cardamom, perfect for cozy evenings and festive gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cardamom pod, toasted and crushed
  • 6 oz riesling
  • 1/2 teaspoon brandy
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 bay leaf
  • 1/4 lemon, halved
  • 1 strip lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Toast the cardamom pod in a dry skillet until fragrant, then gently crush it.
  2. In a saucepan, combine riesling, brandy, honey, crushed cardamom pod, and bay leaf.
  3. Squeeze the lemon half over the liquid and add the rind to the pan.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat and let it steep for 45 minutes.
  5. Strain the mixture and pour it into a cup.
  6. Garnish with a strip of lemon zest.