Spiced Homemade Hot Buttered Rum
Spiced Homemade Hot Buttered Rum is the ultimate winter warmer that combines rich butter and dark rum with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This cozy drink wraps you in warmth, evoking festive memories, making it perfect for chilly evenings spent by the fireplace. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this beverage will quickly become a staple at your holiday gatherings. Indulge in a cup of comfort that feels like a warm hug.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dark rum
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil and prepare all ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Stir in dark rum until fully combined.
- Pour boiling water into the mug with the rum mixture and stir well.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels to preference.
- Top with whipped cream if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (240 ml)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For an extra kick, substitute dark rum with spiced rum. - Maple syrup can replace brown sugar for a unique flavor twist. - Store any leftover spiced butter in the fridge for up to two weeks; reheat gently before serving.