In the pantheon of Winter drinksHot buttered rum is one of the most satisfying and misunderstood. The cocktail recipe dates back to colonial New England, when Historians say A mixture of rum and butter was used as a medicinal tonic for sore throats. It remained popular until the 20th century hater emerged – though rarely recommended by doctors. In his 1948 book gave The fine art of mixing drinksauthor David A. Embry called the rum drink “an insult” and complained how the butter could separate and make the cocktail unappealingly oily. Its mischievousness inspired people to abandon warm buttered rum recipes for decades in favor of less bitter winter summers. mulled wine, Hot Toddiesor Spiced Apple Cider.
That was their loss, unfortunately—because a well-crafted warm buttered rum recipe is magical. Spices, sugar and hot water meld into a velvety base for toasty caramelized flavors of dark rum. Plus, it’s easy to customize: use a pinch of allspice, ginger or cardamom instead of cloves. Use a spiced rum such as The Kraken To crank up the laid-back vibes. Add a splash of almond or vanilla extract to the boiling water. Store-bought eggs to your mug. Do a reader a favor in the comments section and trade half the water for fresh apple cider, or use something else. Oat milk. Garnish your warm buttered rum with a cinnamon stick or an extra sprinkle of nutmeg, or add a dollop. Whipped cream To put Lily to sleep