This Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail is the perfect drink and will keep you warm and cozy this winter! I love this easy cocktail recipe because it has a delicious mix of vodka, bourbon, and apple cider. If you’re looking for a comforting drink for your fall gatherings, then this apple cider hot toddy is a must-try!

Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail topped with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks

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“I made this for a group of 6 and it was a hit! I’m making it again next weekend for a larger crowd! Delicious!” -Kelly

Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail

This Caramel Apple Cider Hot Toddy is one of my favorite flavor combinations! The cinnamon mixed with the cider makes it a perfect drink for fall. I discovered the key to this drink on a whim. The caramel vodka brings it all together for a warm, cozy, and delicious beverage.

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Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail

4.43 from 87 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Becky Hardin
This Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail is the perfect winter drink! This apple cider hot toddy is so warming, comforting, and tasty. The best holiday cocktail!
This Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail is the perfect winter drink! The delicious mix of vodka, bourbon, and apple cider will keep you warm and cozy in those freezing cold temperatures. This apple cider hot toddy is so warm, comforting, and tasty.
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Ingredients 

  • 1 1/2 cup Smirnoff Kissed caramel vodka
  • 1/2 gallon apple cider
  • 1/4-1/2 cup bourbon optional, but cuts the sweetness
  • 2-3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 container Cool Whip – thawed or Whipping Cream

Instructions 

  • Combine the vodka, apple cider, bourbon and cinnamon sticks in a stovetop pan. Heat and simmer until ready to drink.
    1 1/2 cup Smirnoff Kissed caramel vodka, 1/2 gallon apple cider, 1/4-1/2 cup bourbon, 2-3 cinnamon sticks
    add all ingredients in sauce pan and simmer
  • When ready to drink, pour the hot toddy into heatproof mugs and place a large dollop of Cool Whip or Whipped Cream on top.
    1 container Cool Whip – thawed
    pour in glasses and top with whipped cream and enjoy
  • Enjoy! This recipe is guaranteed to put a huge smile on your face :)
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 27gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 238mgSugar: 22gVitamin C: 2.1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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How to Make Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail

add all ingredients in sauce pan and simmer

Combine all ingredients and simmer: Combine 1 1/2 cups of Smirnoff Kissed caramel vodka, 1/2 gallon of apple cider, 1/4-1/2 cup of bourbon and 2-3 cinnamon sticks in a stovetop pan. Heat and simmer until ready to drink.

pour in glasses and top with whipped cream and enjoy

Top with whipped cream and serve: When ready to drink, pour into heatproof mugs or glasses and place a large dollop of Cool Whip or whipped cream on top

I prefer this drink served hot, but it would also be good served chilled, or even frozen into a slush. This recipe makes about 12 glasses, but you can easily double the recipe if you have guests over or are throwing a holiday party.

A glass of caramel apple hot toddy surrounded by christmas ornaments

How to Store

Transfer any leftovers to a pitcher and refrigerate for 1-3 days. When ready, you can serve it cold or warm. Warm it in a saucepan on low heat or simply microwave it for few seconds.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Toni Walton
Toni Walton
October 26, 2024 5:07 pm

I’ve been handing this out on Halloween since 2019. Huge hot. Thanks a bunch5 stars

Mike K
Mike K
December 21, 2023 7:32 pm

Wonderful! I make German Gluhwein every year, looking for something different. Lovely cocktail.5 stars

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Dawn
Dawn
December 1, 2021 9:11 pm

i think i just found my christmas party cocktail 😀

??? what bourbon do you recommend?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
December 10, 2021 2:32 pm
Reply to  Dawn

Any bourbon you can get your hands on!

Jennifer
Jennifer
September 18, 2021 8:47 am

I can’t find caramel vodka. Any way to add the caramel flavor to the drink while subbing in regular vodka?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
September 22, 2021 10:12 am
Reply to  Jennifer

You can add a small amount of caramel flavor with it!

Susan
Susan
December 19, 2020 3:32 pm

Americans often call apple juice “cider,” so does this recipe call for alcoholic cider or just apple juice?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
December 21, 2020 4:07 pm
Reply to  Susan

Actual apple cider that’s not alcoholic. It’s a bit different from apple juice!

Inge
Inge
November 15, 2020 11:38 am

Hello, would love to know what a c. is? Is that maybe a cup? Im not sure, since im not used to the imperial system ive no clue what the abbreviations are? :)5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
November 19, 2020 9:18 am
Reply to  Inge

That is a cup, you are correct!

inge
inge
November 19, 2020 11:13 am
Reply to  Becky Hardin

thank you!

Tamara brown
Tamara brown
September 28, 2020 10:02 am

Doesn’t the heating eliminate the alcohol?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
November 3, 2020 11:17 am
Reply to  Tamara brown

You want to do it enough to get it hot!

Jordan Kay
Jordan Kay
November 22, 2020 8:28 pm
Reply to  Tamara brown

I make something very similar to this and I just get the cider very hot, and then add the alcohol before serving.

Emily
Emily
November 13, 2019 8:27 pm

Has anyone done this in a crockpot or instant pot?

Teryl
Teryl
November 13, 2019 2:08 pm

Would it be possible to share a single serve recipe? Thanks!

Sabrina
Sabrina
November 27, 2018 8:23 pm

perfect reminder of a drink I haven’t had in years, thank you! Love a great toddy this time of year5 stars