Hot Buttered Bourbon with Nutmeg Butter
Warm up your winter nights with this decadent Hot Buttered Bourbon with Nutmeg Butter, a cozy cocktail that blends comforting spices and smooth bourbon into a luxurious drink. This recipe revolves around a rich and aromatic nutmeg butter made with creamy unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Once combined with bourbon, boiling water, and a hint of vanilla extract, the result is a velvety concoction that's both indulgent and easy to whip up in just 15 minutes. Perfect for holiday gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire, this drink can be elevated with a dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg for an elegant, festive touch. Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or simply craving a winter warmer, this cocktail offers the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and warmth.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 6 ounces bourbon
- 1.5 cups boiling water
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0 as needed whipped cream (optional)
- 0 as needed freshly grated nutmeg (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Stir or mash with a fork until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This is your nutmeg butter.
Step 2
Divide the nutmeg butter evenly into two mugs, approximately 2 tablespoons per mug.
Step 3
Add 3 ounces of bourbon to each mug.
Step 4
Pour 3/4 cup of boiling water into each mug over the butter and bourbon mixture.
Step 5
Add 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to each mug and stir gently until the butter fully melts and the mixture is combined.
Step 6
Optionally, top each mug with a dollop of whipped cream for added richness.
Step 7
Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (626.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 945.4 |
| Total Fat 53.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 140mg | 0% |
| Sodium 21.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.0g | |
| Protein 0.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 56.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 78.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories