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Hot Buttered Rum
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Hot Buttered Rum

A sweet and spicy rum cocktail ∙ Build; Warm up ∙ 4 min ∙ 16.8%

Ingredients

~217 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • HoneyHoney2 bsp
  • Unsalted butterUnsalted butter1 knob
  • Caribbean aged rumCaribbean aged rum60 ml
  • Freshly grated nutmegFreshly grated nutmeg2 pinches
  • Boiling waterBoiling water60 ml

Garnish

  • Cinnamon stickCinnamon stick
  • Lemon sliceLemon slice

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-heat a toddy glass
  2. Add the Honey to the warmed glass using a bar spoon
  3. Add the remaining ingredients: Unsalted butter 1 knob · Caribbean aged rum 60 ml · Freshly grated nutmeg 2 pinches · Boiling water 60 ml
  4. Stir until the honey and butter are dissolved
  5. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a lemon slice (studded with cloves)

History

Hot Buttered Rum is a traditional warming cocktail perfect for colder seasons, combining spiced rum with buttery richness and aromatic spices. This comforting drink has a long history as a cozy, festive beverage that evokes hearthside relaxation and holiday cheer.

Tags

  • Rum
  • Grog
  • North America
  • Winter holidays
  • After work
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Sweet
  • Spicy

Tags

  • Rum
  • Grog
  • North America
  • Winter holidays
  • After work
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-free
  • Sweet
  • Spicy

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