Peekskill Warms Up From The Cold With Hot Toddys

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Jan. 11 marks National Hot Toddy Day and since it's both the height of the flu season, as well as the start of winter's frigid grip, it seems there's no better time for this classic chest-warming libation.

Gleason's warm libation is made with Jameson Irish whiskey.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

The Hudson Room's hot toddy features ginger-infused maple syrup and New York State bourbon.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

Get warm and toasty with a hot toddy from The Quiet Man.
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Division St. Grill's hot toddy is made with dark rum.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

by Jeanne Muchnick

01/09/2015 5:00 a.m.

Peekskill restaurants think so, too, and in the spirit of the season are offering the following hot toddys.

Division Street Toddy: There's nothing like dark rum, especially on a cold night, paired with sugar, pomegranate raspberry tea, ginger, honey and lemon to warm you from the inside out. Sip and Savor: 26 N. Division St., (914) 739-6380, www.divisionstreetgrill.com/.

Gleason's Toddy: Jameson Irish Whiskey makes it all go down smoother. Paired with honey, organic free trade black tea, and a lemon wedge, you may need another round. Sip and Savor: 911 South St., (914) 402-1950, www.gleasonspeekskill.com/.

Hudson Room Toddy: Made with chamomile tea, New York State bourbon, ginger-infused maple syrup and fresh orange, this version helps banish the winter blues. Sip and Savor: 23 S. Division St. (914) 788-3663, www.hudsonroom.com/.

Quiet Man Toddy: Get warm and toasty with this combination of lemons, cloves, honey and Irish whiskey. Sip and Savor: 15 N. Division St, (914) 930-8230, www.thequietmanpublichouse.com/.

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