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Northshore October 2025
  At its heart, a hot toddy is a pretty simple drink—some sort of spirit, a sweetener, maybe some citrus or spice, and hot water. No shaker. No fancy bitters or liquors. No special talent required. Just pure comfort in the dead of winter. “Toddies are fun, because the recipe is really only a guideline,” says Ian Hunter, co-founder of Deacon Giles Distillery in Salem. “You can make them with hot water, or tea, or even try it with cider.” While toying with the hot liquid, it’s easy to change up the spirit as well. Toddies can be made with everything from port to vodka, but for that true cure-wha
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