In a small saucepan, simmer the honey, water, and finely chopped ginger over medium-low heat for 20 minutes. Strain and and allow to cool. Once cool, add the cider, scotch or whiskey, lemon juice, 3 ounces of the honey-ginger syrup, and 3 ounces water into a medium saucepan or crock pot. Simmer over low heat until warm, being careful not to let the mixture come to a boil. Serve and garnish with a lemon wedge studded with cloves. Serves 3-4.