Name: Coffee Hot Buttered Rum
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 cup unsalted butter; 1 cup dark brown sugar; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 0.5 tsp freshly-ground cardamom; 0.5 tsp ginger; 0.25 tsp nutmeg; 0.25 tsp ground cloves; 0.25 tsp Kosher salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp batter; 1.5 ounces spiced rum; 0.75 cup hot black coffee; half-and-half; whipped cream + cinnamon

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Coffee Hot Buttered Rum

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Ingredients

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Instructions

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Spiced Batter

Add the butter and brown sugar to a medium mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or rubber spatula, mix the butter and brown sugar until it's completely combined.

Add the cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and vanilla. Mix until it's combined.

Use the batter to make hot buttered rums. Or, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate the batter for up to 2 weeks.

Coffee Buttered Rum

Add 1-2 tablespoons of batter to each mug. Then, pour the spiced rum over the batter.

Add the coffee to the batter-rum mixture. Stir well, until the batter is completely melted. Add a splash of half-and-half, if desired.

Finish the cocktail with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prepare Your Batter Base in Advance 🧈
Make the spiced batter (butter, brown sugar, spices) up to 2 days ahead and store in the refrigerator; this allows flavors to meld and intensify, creating a richer, more complex drink when you're ready to serve.
Bloom Your Spices for Maximum Flavor 🌟
Toast ground cloves, cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg briefly in a dry pan before mixing into your batter to unlock their essential oils and deepen their warm, aromatic profile.
Temper Your Rum Properly 🥃
Add spiced rum to the hot coffee slowly while stirring, never pour boiling liquid directly over it, as extreme temperature shock can cause unwanted separation and diminish the spirit's subtle flavors.
Whip Cream Just Before Service ☁️
Whip your cream with cinnamon and a pinch of Kosher salt just 10-15 minutes before serving to maintain fluffy texture and prevent breakdown when topping the hot beverage.
Use a Butter Dispenser for Consistency 🎯
Invest in a small ice cream or cookie scoop to measure your batter consistently—typically 2-3 tablespoons per serving ensures the perfect balance of spiced sweetness without overwhelming the coffee.