Hot Buttered Rum Recipe – Easy Brown Sugar Cocktail
A warm, buttery cocktail with rich brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg flavors, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups hot water
- 1 1/2 ounces dark rum per serving
- Optional: whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Using a spoon or whisk, mix the ingredients until they form a smooth and creamy paste.
- Boil 4 cups (950 ml) of water in a tea kettle or saucepan.
- Place 1 tablespoon of the butter mixture into each glass mug.
- Pour 1 1/2 ounces (45 ml) of dark rum into each mug. If you prefer a stronger cocktail, you can increase this to 2 ounces (60 ml).
- Carefully add 6-8 ounces (180-240 ml) of hot water to each mug, stirring gently to combine everything until smooth.
- Top each drink with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive finish.
Notes
Prepare the butter mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for easy serving at parties. Adjust sweetness and spice levels to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 22
Keywords: hot buttered rum, brown sugar cocktail, winter drink, cozy cocktail, holiday drink