Description
Warming spices and rich rum blend perfectly in classic Hot Buttered Rum, a comforting winter cocktail that whispers cozy fireside moments. Creamy butter, sweet spices, and smooth rum create a soul-warming drink sure to delight your senses with each luxurious sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Liquor:
- 1/4 cup dark rum
Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Base and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Topping:
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Gently heat water in a saucepan over medium flame until tiny bubbles form and liquid approaches a soft simmer.
- Combine softened butter with brown sugar, aromatic spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch of salt, then incorporate vanilla extract, creating a rich, fragrant mixture by blending thoroughly until smooth and homogeneous.
- Distribute the spiced butter compound into individual mugs, allocating approximately two tablespoons per serving.
- Carefully introduce dark rum into each prepared vessel, ensuring an even pour of rum.
- Stream hot water into the mugs, stirring continuously to help the butter dissolve completely and integrate all flavors harmoniously.
- For an indulgent finishing touch, crown the warm beverage with a delicate swirl of whipped cream, allowing it to float elegantly atop the rum mixture.
- Serve immediately while the drink maintains its inviting warmth, inviting guests to savor the complex, comforting flavors of this classic winter libation.
Notes
- Customize the spice blend by adjusting cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to match your personal taste preferences.
- Experiment with different rum varieties like spiced rum or aged rum for unique flavor depths.
- Create a non-alcoholic version by replacing rum with apple cider or hot tea for family-friendly enjoyment.
- Keep butter mixture refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks, allowing quick hot cocktail preparation anytime.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg