The Perfect Hot Buttered Rum Recipe for Chilly Nights
A classic warm cocktail made with a batter of butter, brown sugar, honey, spices, and dark rum, finished with hot water.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened (substitute: coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey substitute: maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
- 2 ounces dark rum
- 6 ounces boiling water
- Optional: whipped cream cinnamon stick, or star anise for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth and well combined, creating the batter.
- Place the butter mixture (batter) into a mug.
- Add the dark rum to the mug.
- Pour the boiling water into the mug, stirring well until the butter mixture is completely dissolved.
- Optionally, garnish with whipped cream, a cinnamon stick, or star anise.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and use apple cider or hot tea.
- This recipe is best enjoyed during the winter months.
- The batter can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For a stronger spice presence, increase the amount of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Using high quality dark rum is important to the overall taste of this cocktail.