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There is nothing that will make you feel warmer and toastier as the temperature drops than a steaming mug of hot buttered rum. It’s a delicious and warming concoction that feels like a cozy hug. Hot buttered rum is a perfect warm winter co*cktail. Hot Buttered Rum has been such a long, beloved winter co*cktail that January 17th is National Hot Buttered Rum Day.
In this post, I will give you a tasty hot buttered rum recipe and how to make it.
Hot-buttered rum has been around for centuries, and its origins can be traced back to the 1600s. Some believe it became prevalent in the Caribbean.
At that time, molasses, a crucial ingredient in rum, was one of the most valuable products traded globally. During colonial times, the American colonists bought molasses from Caribbean plantations and distilled it into rum, which they would trade for other goods and services. Rum became a popular drink among sailors and colonists because it was readily available and relatively cheap.
One theory is that hot-buttered rum was created as a medicinal drink to cure colds and other ailments. The hot water, spices, and rum were believed to help fight off sickness and warm the body from the inside out. Another theory is that the drink was used as a way to make cheap, low-quality rum more palatable. Spices, sugar, and butter, improved the taste of the rough liquor and masked and transformed it into a delicious beverage.
During the Revolutionary War, hot buttered rum played an important role in keeping soldiers warm and in good spirits. The Continental Army often received rations of rum, and soldiers would use it to make hot buttered rum by mixing it with water and sweeteners. Soldiers used it as a bartering tool, and soldiers would trade shots of rum for supplies like blankets and shoes.
In fact, it was one of George Washington’s favorite drinks, and he even had his own recipe for it! The first American cookbook, “The American Cookery” by Amelia Simmons, included a recipe for hot buttered rum, cementing its place in American culture.
Regardless of how it originated, hot buttered rum became a festive drink and staple of winter gatherings and holiday celebrations.
The ingredients needed to make the batter.
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Maple Syrup
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Ground Cloves
- Pinch of Salt
Classic Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
1/2 cup Butter or one stick
2/3 Cup Brown Sugar
1/3 Cup Maple Syrup
1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon ground Nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground Cloves
Pinch of Salt
Rum – Dark Rum or Spiced Rum
In a bowl, cream the room-temperature butter with an electric hand mixer, and then add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and spices. Once well mixed, place the spiced butter mixture into an airtight container. The batter is ready to use immediately or refrigerate until ready to make this classic drink.
To make a mug of Hot Buttered Rum co*cktail
1. Add 2-3 tablespoons of the batter to a mug.
2. Add 1 ounce of rum – Dark or Spiced.
3. Add 8 oz of boiling water and stir well until the batter mix has dissolved.
4. Top with whipped cream.
5. Garnish with a dash of cinnamon and a cinnamon stick.
Hot buttered rum co*cktail may have started as a humble drink for American colonists, but it has since become a timeless classic. Its history is intertwined with the Revolutionary War and the birth of the United States, and it continues to be a beloved drink today. So remember the drink’s rich history next time you’re savoring a hot buttered rum.
It evokes nostalgia and warmth and is perfect for sipping by the fire on a cold winter’s evening throughout the holiday season. Of course, don’t forget to enjoy this classic co*cktail on January 17th, National Hot Buttered Rum Day!
If you enjoy a good hot buttered rum during these cold winter days, please leave a comment at the bottom of this page.
Cheers!
Yvonne♥
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Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
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Ingredients
- ½ Cup Butter at room temperature
- ⅔ Cup Brown sugar
- ⅓ Cup Maple Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon – ground
- ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg – ground
- ⅛ Teaspoon Cloves -ground
- Pinch Salt
Ingredients to make Hot Buttered Rum co*cktail
- 2-3 Tablespoons Hot buttered rum batter
- 1 Ounce Dark or Spiced Rum
- Whipped Cream, cinnamon and cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
In a bowl, cream the room temperature butter with an electric hand mixer, and then add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and spices.
Once well mixed, place the spiced butter mixture into an airtight container. The batter is ready to use immediately or refrigerate until ready to make this classic drink.
How to make co*cktail
Add 2-3 tablespoons of the batter to a mug.
Add 1 ounce of rum – Dark or Spiced.
Add 8 oz of boiling water and stir well until the batter mix has dissolved
Top with whipped cream.
Garnish with a dash of cinnamon and a cinnamon stick.
Yvonne Gallia
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