Inspired by classic Hot Buttered Rum, this cool weather cocktail marries the sweetness of honey with the caramel notes of light rum, and is further accented by the warmth of fresh vanilla. This recipe can be made dairy-free, and is sure to be a favorite among every one this winter.
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Light Rum
- 2 cups Hot Water
- 1 Vanilla Bean, split
- Pinch Ground Nutmeg
- Pinch Salt
- 6 tablespoons Honey, such as
- Love a Bee Sweet Clover or Bottle Rocket
- 4 tablespoons Butter or Coconut Oil
Instructions:
- Combine rum, honey simple syrup, apple cider and lime juice in a cocktail shaker.
- Add a dash of ground cinnamon to taste and a small scoop of ice.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
- To make a sugared rim: mix 3 tablespoons fine white sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon on a shallow plate.
- Wipe the juiced lime along the rim of a glass or mason jar and swirl (rim-down) on the plate.
- Strain and pour using the cocktail shaker.
- Serve immediately. Serves 2.
