Celtic Homemade Hot Buttered Rum

Cozy up with a mug of Celtic Homemade Hot Buttered Rum, a rich and indulgent drink that’s perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings. This rustic take on the classic winter cocktail combines creamy spiced butter—made with unsalted butter, brown sugar, and fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—with dark rum and a splash of boiling water for a warm, velvety sip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe is a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, complemented by optional whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon for a touch of elegance. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this comforting Celtic-inspired cocktail will transport you to a hearthside retreat with every sip.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
0.5 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
6 ounces dark rum
2 cups boiling water
0 whipped cream (optional)
0 ground cinnamon (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves to create a spiced butter mixture.

Step 2

Divide the spiced butter mixture evenly between two heatproof mugs.

Step 3

Add 3 ounces of dark rum to each mug.

Step 4

Pour 1 cup of boiling water into each mug and stir well to dissolve the spiced butter mixture.

Step 5

Optionally, top each mug with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for garnish.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, spiced flavors of this Celtic-inspired hot buttered rum.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(798.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1160.5

Total Fat 53.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 140mg	0%
Sodium 36.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 74.7g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.2mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 163.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 40.0%