Inside/Out Day
Some days are meant to be spent inside. With gale-force winds and sheets of rain pouring down, today was one of those day. So, I grabbed my cameras and we went out.
A short drive to the coast did not disappoint. We sat in the car watching the handful of surfers being tossed by the raging waves and made a few dashes into the rain to get some photos and video. With the gear soaked, wind picking up and Shelly and I dripping, we decided to head home and start our happy hour a little early with something hot and soothing.
Sometimes staying in is good but rewarding yourself for getting out is even better.
| Get Creative with your Toddy There are so many variations of the hot toddy. It's such a simple concoction it just begs to be tinkered with. Try using rum, scotch or brandy and substitute the honey with maple syrup, vanilla syrup or agave nectar. Spice it up with hot tea or a mild cider. Heck, throw in some coffee and top it with whipped cream and you've got yourself a delicious Canadian Coffee. Enjoy and stay warm. |
Bourbon Hot Toddy 2 oz. Bourbon In a brandy snifter (or heavy glass mug) add the honey, bourbon and hot water. Stir with the cinnamon stick and add 3 dashes nutmeg (or a couple scrapes fresh nutmeg) Pull up a comfy chair, crack open your favorite book and listen to the rain come down. |
CAUTION: When deciding to start your happy hour early due to inclement weather, plan to stay in for the night. There's enough of a mess out there as it is. Leave the driving to untoddied.
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