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Cozy Hot Buttered Rum Recipe for Winter Nights

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A rich and comforting hot buttered rum recipe perfect for cold winter nights, featuring a homemade spiced butter batter and dark rum. This easy-to-make drink is a crowd-pleaser that warms you from the inside out.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Pinch of ground cardamom (optional)
  • 2 heaping tablespoons batter per serving
  • 1 1/2 ounces dark rum per serving
  • 6–8 ounces hot water per serving
  • Whipped cream or cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soften the butter: Take butter out of fridge 30 minutes before starting. It should be soft but not melting.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light, fluffy, and pale. Scrape down sides halfway through.
  3. Add the vanilla and salt: Pour in vanilla extract and sprinkle in salt. Beat for 30 seconds until combined.
  4. Mix in the spices: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and cardamom if using. Beat on low speed until fully incorporated, about 30 seconds. Scrape down bowl and mix again.
  5. Chill the batter: Transfer batter to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (optional but helps with scooping).
  6. Heat your water: Bring water to a boil in a kettle or pot. Let it sit for 10 seconds after boiling to cool slightly.
  7. Add the rum: Pour 1 1/2 ounces of dark rum over the batter in the mug. Do not stir yet.
  8. Pour in the hot water: Add 6-8 ounces of hot water (just off the boil) to the mug.
  9. Stir until smooth: Stir vigorously for 15-20 seconds until batter is fully dissolved and drink is smooth and creamy.
  10. Garnish and serve: Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, or add a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.

Notes

The batter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months. For a party, batch it in a slow cooker with 1 cup batter, 1 1/2 cups rum, and 6 cups hot water. If the drink looks greasy, the water was too hot; stir vigorously or microwave for 10 seconds. Stir occasionally while drinking as batter settles.

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Keywords: hot buttered rum, winter drink, cocktail, spiced butter, holiday drink, cozy drink

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