Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum Recipe (2024)

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By: Becky Hardin

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Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum is my absolute FAVORITE hot rum drink for the holidays (or all winter). This easy hot buttered rum recipe tastes like liquid brownie batter!

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Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

Hot Buttered Rum is a classic winter drink, but this CHOCOLATE hot buttered rum recipe will blow your minds. So easy and so delicious!

On Thursday I posted Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum Mix, an awesome homemade gift idea for the holidays. Now it’s time to use it to make our drinks!

Everyone has probably tasted Hot Buttered Rum, but have you tasted CHOCOLATE HOT BUTTERED RUM? I bet not. Well you are in for a BIG treat you guys. I don’t say this lightly, but this might be the absolute best winter co*cktail I have ever made. GASP! I’m serious.

I have a lot of amazing hot drinks for the holidays, but this one has kind of changed the game for me. This chocolate hot rum drink is just so satisfying. Warm, chocolatey, with just the right amount of rum! I’m making this a holiday tradition, and I love that I can share it with everyone I love by making them their own mixes to take home.

This Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum recipe will warm up your holidays! Start with an easy homemade mix, and just add rum & water. Done!

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Easy Hot Rum Drink

So I know earlier I stated that everyone has tried Hot Buttered Rum…but to be honest Ihadn’t. I always assumed it was too strong of a co*cktail for me. I like my drinks girly. Well…I have been living in the dark! Maybe adding the chocolate won me over, but I am SO obsessed with this drink. Obsessed might not be strong enough. Can I sip it for ever? For every occasion? Even in the summer? I just might. Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum for the win!

The great thing about the homemade mix is that you can FREEZE IT. You can keep this gold in your freezer and bring it out whenever you need your fix of warmth and holiday cheer. It’s like Hot Chocolate on steroids. It’s amazing!

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Hot Buttered Rum Ingredients

Hot buttered rum is made from just a few ingredients. For this recipe, you just need the pre-made mix, plus rum and hot water. The mix is made from butter, dark brown sugar, cinnamon and cocoa powder. Not much to it, but it’s SO flavorful. Like hot chocolate but with rum….and butter. I guess the name of this drink is really fitting, huh?

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How to Make Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum

Well, since we’re starting with a homemade mix, the part where we make the actual drink is SO simple. And that’s exactly the way I like it. Grab your mix out of the refrigerator, and 5 minutes later you’ve got your hot rum drink ready to serve!

Here’s a quick rundown of the recipe:

  1. Grab your glass and put 2-3 tablespoons of the mix in.
  2. Pour in about 2 1/2 ounces of rum.
  3. Top with 3 ounces of boiling hot water.
  4. Stir it all together!
  5. Top it off with marshmallows (whipped cream would also be delish).

This drink is so chocolatey, so warm, and so cozy. Exactly what we all need during the holiday season.

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So, let’s recap. MAKE THIS MIX for yourself and all of your friends this holiday season. Keep it in your fridge or freezer for anytime you need a warm up. Sip. Feel good about life. Repeat. Enjoy your Hot Buttered Rum! Cheers!

If you like this recipe, try these other hot drink recipes for the holidays:

  • Caramel Apple Hot Toddy co*cktail
  • Slow Cooker Gingerbread Latte
  • Malted Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
  • Salted Caramel Eggnog
  • Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate
  • Crockpot Apple Cider

If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!

Recipe

Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum Recipe

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Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

  • 2-3 tablespoons Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum Mix recipe HERE
  • 2 1/2 ounces good quality dark rum I used SelvaRey which is actually a cacao rum. SO GOOD. This isn’t sponsored, but it’s a fun brand. You can use whatever your favorite dark rum is
  • 3 ounces boiling water
  • 3 large marshmallows for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the Chocolate Hot Buttered Rum Mix into the bottom of your glass.

  • Pour the rum over the mix.

  • Top with 3 ounces boiling water (or top to the top of your glass)

  • Stir to combine. It may take a minute to melt and stir together, but be patient. Deliciousness is coming!

  • Top with marshmallows if desired and serve warm.

  • Enjoy!

Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 163kcal (8%) Sodium: 4mg

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FAQs

Which rum is best for hot chocolate? ›

Issac: A dark rum would go well with hot chocolate. As for recommendations for someone who is new to rums, Don Q Anejo wins hands down as the best buy considering flavor and price.

What is the best dark rum for hot buttered rum? ›

By creaming the butter with the sugar and spices you can also better avoid that dreaded oil slick appearance, and when choosing a rum, go for something big and rich. The Demerara rums from El Dorado work wonders, as does a robust Jamaican rum like Coruba, or something dark and mellow like Zaya or Zacapa.

What's the difference between Tom and Jerry and hot buttered rum? ›

Both are also spiced. However, a batter instead of butter (see what we did there?) is used to make a Tom and Jerry rich and creamy. Q. Is honey a good addition to hot buttered rum?

Do chocolate and rum go together? ›

Chocolate to pair with rum: which is the best? Dark chocolate is the best accompaniment to aged rums, while milk chocolate or gianduia are also suitable for younger rums. In general, the older the rum, the more the cocoa percentage must increase.

What is the best alcohol to put in hot chocolate? ›

Rum: Dark or spiced rum can give your hot chocolate an exciting Caribbean twist. Rum's natural sweetness and spicy undertones complement the rich cocoa beautifully, creating a blend that is smooth, warming and deeply comforting. Brandy: A shot of brandy can lend an enticing depth of flavour to your hot chocolate.

Can rum chocolate get you drunk? ›

Companies generally state that if you eat just one chocolate, you won't be at any kind of risk of serious intoxication, and the likelihood of your BAC being above . 01% is low.

What alcohol goes in hot buttered rum? ›

Individual co*cktail Ingredients (Single Serving):

2 ounces (1/4 cup) dark rum. 2 tablespoons spiced butter batter. 6 to 8 ounces boiling water. optional: cinnamon stick or star anise, for garnish.

Is hot buttered rum any good? ›

Just tasty. A good hot buttered rum is big in flavor and can accommodate alterations with ease. We've made it with both vanilla and cinnamon syrups to excellent results.

What is rum and Dr Pepper called? ›

Known by many names around the world – including "Dark n' Stormy" in Bermuda, "Gangsters' Paradise Cooler" in Jamaica, and even simply as "Booze Soda" in some parts of the United States – this drink packs a powerful punch with its perfectly-balanced blend of sweet-and-sour flavors.

Is Kraken good for hot buttered rum? ›

I like Kraken, you could also use Meyer's or a spiced rum like Captain Morgan. Boiling water. Cinnamon sticks: This will be a built in stirrer and add aroma.

What is popcorn rum? ›

The fat-washed rum—made by soaking buttery popcorn in rum and then freezing the combination so it's easy to remove fats and solids by straining—is shelf-stable and should be a golden orange color with a caramel-butter aroma and flavor.

Why add rum to chocolate? ›

Experience tells us that aged rums combine very well with chocolates that have intense flavors thanks to a high percentage of cocoa, generally around 80%. Rums such as Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva has such a smooth and delicious taste that combines particularly well with the intensity and bitterness of the best cocoa.

Which alcohol is best with chocolate? ›

Pairing Chocolate with Liquor

Though a few spirits fall out of these categories, it's generally accepted that the six types of distilled spirits are: brandy, gin, rum, tequila, vodka, and whiskey. Each pairs particularly well with chocolate, but the pairings depend on the blend in question.

Can you infuse rum with chocolate? ›

Allow the roasted cacao nibs to cool then add to a glass jar or bottle and top up with the rum. Leave to stand for 2 weeks for the chocolate flavour to infuse. Shake the jar daily. After 2 weeks, strain the rum into a clean bottle.

What rum tastes like chocolate? ›

Deadhead Dark Chocolate Rum was inspired by ancient recipes used by Mayan and Aztec Emperors. Rich, full-bodied, rum is infused with locally sourced, decadently dark, slow roasted Cacao.

What kind of rum do you use for hot cider? ›

You could certainly drink it as-is at this point, but if you want the kick… then proceed with the dark rum. It's a fabulous complement to the flavors in the apple cider mixture and tastes oh-so-delicious going down. Grab your coziest blanket and your favorite mug… cheers!

What rum is best for warmth? ›

Really is the Oldest Monk!

It dates back to 1830. The first Rum ever sold with the brand name on it was Vieux Rhum Anglais. That old spirit indeed helps us to get the necessary strength to fight the chills given by winter.

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