Master Your Glass! HOT BUTTERED RUM

On this episode of Master Your Glass we are exploring the Hot Buttered Rum cocktail with Bobby G Gleason. #hotbutteredrum #rumcocktail #nationalhotbutteredrumday

Hot Buttered Rum Cocktail Recipe
- 1.5 oz (45ml) Cruzan Single Barrel Estate Rum or Cruzan Dark
- 2 heaping spoons batter (recipe below)
- Hot water
Method: Drop one heaping bar spoon of batter into a heat proof mug.
Add just enough steaming water to cover and stir until batter dissolves. Add rum and top with more hot water.
Serve with a stir stick.

Batter Mix Recipe:
- 1 lbs. brown sugar
- 1/2 lbs. salted butter
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
- Optional additional ingredients:
- Pinch of ground allspice
- Pinch of ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Store at room temperature

About the Hot Buttered Rum (By Bobby G Gleason)
In the Colonial Days the drink of choice was rum. Molasses brought up from the islands was produced into rum and composed about 20% of the economy of the colonies. Rum was drunk by pretty much everyone and in staggering amounts compared to what the average person drinks today. Early Americans believed rum to be nutritious and a strengthener of the body, and the addition of other ingredients just made their favorite drink better. During the cold months it was common to serve hot drinks and rum was no exception. Nearly every household had a recipe for Hot Buttered Rum. The most common recipe called for Rum, Butter and spices which most likely consisted of Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove & Sugar. Today this is still the go-to recipe that many folks use. But do not be afraid to make the batter to your own tastes. Adding vanilla will enhance the flavors of molasses and add a richness. A pinch of ginger adds a bit of brightness and allspice will bring a hint of exotic notes that meld with the other spices. Find a recipe you like, make it in large batches and share with your friends. When the winter winds blow and the snow flys, Hot Buttered Rum will be sure to warm your heart and make the long nights glow. Bobby began his spirits industry career, in 1984, bartending in South Florida. Now based in Las Vegas, the world-renown educator has been published in a multitude of magazines and featured in many TV and online video appearances. Although tapped for his whiskey knowledge for New Mexico Cocktails & Culture, Bobby is an expert in all spirits categories.

About Bobby G Gleason
Bobby “G” Gleason began his spirits industry career, in 1984, bartending in South Florida. Now based in Las Vegas, the world-renown educator has been published in a multitude of magazines and featured in many TV and online video appearances. Although tapped for his whiskey knowledge for New Mexico Cocktails & Culture, Bobby is an expert in all spirits categories. He trains people in the history and production of spirits, cocktail creation, menu development, and bartending from the basics to advanced mixology. His cocktails have won many competitions including the New York International competition, the United States Bartenders Guild Championships, and The World’s Most Sensuous Cocktail. Bobby G was twice named the U.S. Mixologist of the Year (2005 & 2006) by Angostura and held a Guinness Book of World Records for making the most cocktails in one hour. He proudly serves as a National Ambassador of the United States Bartender Guild. He is a member of the International Bartenders Association, The World Wide Cocktail Club, and the International Bar Flies. He is a Certified United States Bartenders Guild Master Mixologist. Now the Master Mixologist for Beam Suntory, his travels have taken him to 15 countries and 40 states, and every year brings more exciting destinations.
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