Hot Buttered Rum from Saveur Magazine

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Hot Buttered Rum Recipe from Saveur Magazine

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

414

Sugar

27g

Fat

33g

Hot Buttered Rum is a classic holiday drink that is often consumed during the winter months. This recipe from Saveur Magazine takes the traditional drink, and elevates it with the addition of butter, brown sugar and spices. The resulting drink is sweet, warming and perfect for festive gatherings. While not a health drink, Hot Buttered Rum is a favorite for cold winter nights, and its delicious taste and warming qualities make it a must-try for those looking for a decadent holiday drink.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, dark brown sugar, grated nutmeg, ground cinnamon, ground cloves and a pinch of salt. Mix well to form a homogeneous batter.
2.	Spoon 2 tablespoons of the batter into each of the 8 mugs.
3.	Add 2 oz of aged rum to each mug, then fill the mug with boiling water.
4.	Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
5.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Hot Buttered Rum is a classic holiday drink that is both sweet and warming.

It can be easily prepared in large batches for gatherings and parties.

CONS

This drink is calorically dense and high in sugar and fat content.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

There are no significant health benefits to Hot Buttered Rum, as it is a decadent holiday drink meant to be enjoyed as a treat.
However, the warming spices in this recipe like cinnamon and cloves have been traditionally used to aid in digestion and support immune function.

	3/4 lb softened butter
	1 cup dark brown sugar
	1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
	1 pinch salt
	aged rum ( high quality )
	boiling water