Description

If you are needing a special drink for a get together, look no further. This drink will be the hit of the party. It is warm, buttery and rich and won't soon be forgotten by your guests.

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. butter, softened (plus a pinch of salt if the butter is unsalted)
• 2 c. light brown sugar
• 1 t. cinnamon
• 1/2 t. nutmeg, freshly ground, if possible
• 1/8 t. ground cardamom
• pinch ground cloves
• 1/16 t. good quality dark rum (or use rum flavoring)
• boiling water (or coffee)
• half and half or heavy cream, just a splash for each serving, if desired

Steps

1. Cream together the butter, sugar and spices.
2. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, until almost firm.
3. Spoon 2 T. mixture into a small mug. Add 2-3 oz. rum; pour 2-3 oz. boiling water over the top.