Hot Rum Toddy

Directions

1. 1
   Spread out the granulated sugar on a small plate.
2. 2
   Dip the rims of 4 mugs into cold water and then dip them into the sugar.
3. 3
   Set the mugs aside.
4. 4
   Stir together the brown sugar, rum, and cloves in a 1-quart pitcher.
5. 5
   Whisk in the boiling water and mix well.
6. 6
   Pour the toddy into the prepared mugs.
7. 7
   Garnish each toddy with a cinnamon stick and a lemon slice.
8. 8
   Serve immediately.