Hot Buttered Rum for One
Cozy up with the ultimate winter warmer: Hot Buttered Rum for One. This quick and indulgent single-serving recipe combines creamy unsalted butter, rich brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to create a luxurious base. A splash of dark or spiced rum adds depth, while a touch of boiling water melds the ingredients into a velvety, aromatic drink perfect for chilly evenings. Optional vanilla extract enhances the creamy sweetness, and a cinnamon stick garnish adds a festive, rustic charm. Ready in just 10 minutes, this comforting cocktail is easy to make and sure to delight. Ideal for cold nights, holiday gatherings, or a solo treat, this recipe brings classic hot buttered rum to life in a personal, cozy way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.0625 teaspoon Cloves (ground or a pinch)
- 1.5 ounces Rum (dark or spiced)
- 6 ounces Boiling water
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small heatproof bowl or mug, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
Mix the butter and spices together with a spoon or small whisk until a paste-like consistency forms.
Add the rum to the mixture and stir well to combine.
Pour in the boiling water and stir again until the butter and sugar mixture is fully dissolved.
If desired, stir in the vanilla extract for added depth of flavor.
Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels if necessary.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for an added touch of flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 32 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
