Description
A rich, spiced winter cocktail made with a homemade butter and spice batter, dark rum, and hot water or apple cider. This comforting drink comes together in minutes and offers a nostalgic, cozy experience perfect for cold weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 to 2 ounces dark rum (per serving)
- 1 cup hot water or unsweetened apple cider (per serving)
- Whipped cream, optional for garnish
- Cinnamon stick, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Add the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed and the mixture resembles a thick, sandy paste.
- Transfer the batter to an airtight jar. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 months or frozen for up to 6 months.
- Heat water or apple cider until steaming (around 180°F/82°C), but do not boil vigorously.
- Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of the batter into a mug.
- Pour the hot liquid over the batter.
- Stir vigorously with a whisk or spoon for about 30 seconds until the batter is fully dissolved and the liquid is uniform.
- Pour in the dark rum and stir to combine.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
The batter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 months or frozen for 6 months. For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and add a splash of vanilla extract or extra brown sugar syrup. Using aged dark rum provides better flavor than light rum. Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Protein: 1
Keywords: hot buttered rum, winter cocktail, holiday drink, spiced rum, cozy winter recipe, homemade batter, easy cocktail