Hot Buttered Rum – A Beautiful Mess

Speaking of winter drinks, sipping warm buttery rum by the fireplace is the best way to kill time on a cold winter night. The name may sound strange, but this hot buttery rum recipe actually combines sweet, creamy, and buttery flavors with winter spices and a little rum to warm you from the inside out. It’s a delicious drink.

You can easily make a batch of warm buttered rum ‘dough’ and store it in the fridge so you can whip up this Christmas cocktail in no time. It can also be made as a family drink without alcohol. Check out the how-to video to see how easy it is to make.

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What is the history of hot butter rum?

Hot buttered rum’s origins date back to the 1650s during the American colonial period in New England. Rum was a popular drink because water was not always safe to drink, and hot rum with butter added calories as well, so it was an alternative to hot toddy. The basic recipe consists of rum, butter, spices, and sugar, which are still the main ingredients of modern buttered hot rum.

What does rum with hot butter taste like?

Although the name may sound unappetizing to some, Hot Butter Rum has a creamy sweet flavor accented with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Butter gives the drink a delicious buttery flavor, like drinking a butter cookie in a glass.

What type of rum is best for hot butter rum?

You can also use white rum if that’s all you have on hand (and that’s your preference), but a spiced or dark rum will have better flavor for this particular drink. Spiced rum has added caramel flavor and spice, while dark rum has a slightly more intense molasses flavor profile.

Ingredients for hot buttered rum:

Unsalted butter: This is the buttery part of the buttered hot rum.

brown sugar: Adding brown sugar to the dough mix creates a sweet, caramel-like aroma.

Powdered sugar: Adding powdered sugar adds a light sweetness in addition to the richness of brown sugar.

Ground cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves: Pour it into a glass with a combination of warm spices and it will taste just like Christmas! Feel free to add some ground allspice or cardamom for an extra level of spice.

Vanilla essence: For a purer vanilla flavor, try using vanilla extract instead of imitation vanilla.

Rum: To make the perfect hot buttered rum, dark or spiced rum is best.

hot water: Adding hot water to a warm, buttery rum batter creates a warm, comforting drink.

Tip: We recommend using just-boiling water rather than boiling water, as water that is too hot can dull the flavor a bit.

How to make hot butter rum

For batter:

Heat the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until the butter is melted, then add the brown sugar, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves and mix until the sugar is melted and the ingredients are combined.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Use to make hot buttered rum, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

For hot buttered lamb:

Add 2 tablespoons of the butter mixture to a heat-resistant mug, then top with 6 ounces of boiling water and 1 to 2 ounces of rum, depending on the strength of your drink. Stir as needed and add more batter to taste.

Tip: There’s no need to heat the rum since you’ll be adding hot water to the drink. Feel free to use room temperature rum.

Tips for making hot rum with butter:

• Add a little salt to the dough to bring out more flavor.
• Adding a generous amount of whipped cream on top of your drink not only looks pretty, but also adds creamy sweetness as it melts into your drink.
• Sprinkle cinnamon or freshly grated nutmeg over the drink, or add a cinnamon stick before serving to enhance the cinnamon flavor.

Tip: To keep your drink warmer longer, serve hot, buttered rum in pre-warmed mugs.

How can I make hot buttered rum non-alcoholic?

To make family-friendly hot butter rum rum, all you need is dough and hot water to create a delicious drink. You can also add the dough to milk, apple cider, or coffee for a non-alcoholic snack.

How do I make hot butter rum in a pot?

To make warm buttery rum for a crowd in the slow cooker, start by adding the batter ingredients to a saucepan and cooking over high heat until all ingredients are combined (about 30 to 60 minutes).

Add boiling water and rum and reduce heat until ready to serve. Ladle into mugs, decorate as desired, and enjoy.

How long can buttered hot lamb dough be stored in the refrigerator?

Warm, buttered rum dough can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks.

If you put it in the freezer, it can be frozen for about 3 months. Just thaw in the refrigerator before using.

Can I use salted butter in hot buttered rum?

Most recipes call for unsalted butter so you can adjust the salt level to your liking, but you can also use salted butter with great results.

Variations of rum with hot butter:

Let’s make it with tea! Using your favorite black tea bags, brew the tea in hot water before adding it to your drink.

Play with spices: Try adding ginger, allspice, or cardamom to the dough until you get your favorite spice combination.

Swap the rum. You can also try brandy, whiskey, or cognac instead of rum for a twist on a classic.

Let’s make it with ice cream: It is also popular to add melted vanilla ice cream to warm rum batter with butter to add creamy sweetness.

Add orange notes. Orange is also a popular holiday flavor, so try adding orange zest or a little orange extract to your batter.

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