It may sound old-fashioned, but on a cold night, a toddy is a comforting thing, especially if you have a chest cold—or just think you feel one coming on.
2 ounces bourbon
4 ounces hot water
1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 lemon slice
1 clove
1 cinnamon stick
Place the bourbon, hot water, brown sugar, and honey in a mug and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the lemon slice, clove, and cinnamon stick and serve. (If it’s not hot enough, microwave it for 30 seconds.)