Hot Buttered Rum
Warm up on a chilly evening with this classic Hot Buttered Rum. A rich and comforting blend of spices, butter, rum, and hot water, it’s the perfect cozy cocktail.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 2 ounces dark rum
- 1 cup boiling water
- Optional: Whipped cream and cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined. This is your buttered rum batter.
- Place 2 tablespoons of the buttered rum batter into a mug.
- Pour the dark rum into the mug.
- Top with boiling water and stir until the buttered rum batter is melted and the drink is well combined.
- Optional: Garnish with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the buttered rum batter. You can also make a large batch of the batter ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Find it online: https://justflowe.com/hot-buttered-rum/