Hot Buttered Rum with a Maple Balsamic Glow
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There’s something irresistible about Hot Buttered Rum in the winter — rich, spiced, warm, and deeply comforting. But adding just one small twist takes this classic to a whole new cozy level: our Maple Balsamic.
The balsamic’s natural maple sweetness melts seamlessly into the spiced butter mixture, adding depth and a velvety caramel note that balances the rum beautifully. It’s still the nostalgic drink everyone loves, just a touch more refined, a little brighter, and wonderfully seasonal.
This is the kind of mug you hand guests as they walk in from the cold… or the treat you make for yourself at the end of a long holiday day.
If you’re stopping by the shop, we’re happy to help you pick up the Maple Balsamic — and a few cozy drink pairings for all your winter gatherings.
Hot Buttered Rum with Maple Balsamic
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Category
Drinks & Cocktails
Cuisine
American
Author:
The Little Shop of Olive Oils
Servings
2
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
A cozy winter classic made even better with a splash of Maple Balsamic. Warm spices, dark rum, and a silky butter mixture melt together into a comforting holiday sip with a soft maple finish. Perfect for cold nights, hosting, or fireside relaxing.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- Small pinch of salt
- 4 ounces dark rum
- 1 1/2 cups hot water
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1 tablespoon Maple Balsamic
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until smooth.
- Divide the spiced butter mixture between two heat-safe mugs.
- Add 2 ounces of dark rum to each mug.
- Add ½ tablespoon Maple Balsamic to each mug.
- Pour in about 3/4 cup hot water per mug and stir until everything melts and combines.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a light dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Serve warm and enjoy immediately.
Recipe Note
- Maple Balsamic adds warmth and depth — adjust between 1–2 teaspoons per mug depending on sweetness preference.
- Dark rum delivers richness; spiced rum adds extra holiday spice.
- Make extra spiced butter mixture and keep it chilled for quick festive drinks all season long.