Pure Comfort Hot Buttered Rum
Cozy up with a mug of Pure Comfort Hot Buttered Rum, the ultimate indulgence for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. This classic winter cocktail combines creamy unsalted butter, rich brown sugar, and fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a luxurious spiced butter paste that melts seamlessly into dark rum and steaming hot water. A splash of vanilla extract adds depth, while optional whipped cream and a hint of cinnamon on top make it irresistibly decadent. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe serves two and is perfect for creating a warm, inviting atmosphere at home. Whether you're lounging by the fire or hosting a holiday soirée, this spiced rum drink promises pure comfort in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 4 ounces Dark rum
- 2 cups Hot water
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix the unsalted butter, brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until well combined to form a spiced butter paste.
Divide the spiced butter mixture equally between two heatproof mugs or glasses.
Pour 2 ounces of dark rum into each mug.
Top each mug with 1 cup of hot water. Stir well until the spiced butter is completely dissolved, and the drink is smooth and aromatic.
Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract into each mug for added depth of flavor.
Optionally, garnish each mug with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for extra indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 2% | |
*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.
