Winter Warmer Rum Punch

Hot Buttered Rum is a classic winter cocktail that brings warmth and sweetness together in a deliciously decadent drink. The combination of butter, brown sugar, ice cream, and spices creates a rich and creamy batter that perfectly complements the hot apple cider and rum. This cocktail is the ultimate treat for a cozy night in or a festive holiday gathering.

Winter Warmer Rum Punch

A rich and creamy winter cocktail made with butter, brown sugar, ice cream, apple cider, and rum, perfect for cold nights.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. butter, softened
  • 3/4 tbsp. packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp. vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup rum

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add softened ice cream and ground cinnamon to the butter mixture, and stir until well combined.
  3. Spoon the buttered rum batter into a mason jar or resealable container, then place it in the freezer until mostly hardened, for about 2 hours or until ready to serve.
  4. In a medium saucepan, heat the apple cider until boiling, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the apple cider from heat and pour it into a pitcher or an easy-to-serve container.
  6. Place about 2 tablespoons of the prepared buttered rum batter into a mug.
  7. Fill the mug about 1/3 of the way up with rum.
  8. Top the mug with the hot apple cider, and stir before serving.