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

4.34 from 9 votes

Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

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Mix rum with a chocolate hot buttered rum mix to make this easy and warm drink.

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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

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.

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 alcohol to add to hot cocoa? ›

Rum: With its sugar cane base, rum adds just the right punch to your hot chocolate. Try spiced rum on its own, white rum with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg or a flavored rum such as coconut or vanilla for even more of a tropical taste.

What is the best 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.

Can rum chocolate make you drunk? ›

you wont get drunk just by eating ONE Rum Chocolate. No one gets drunk that way! No for sure. Also, depending on the quality of your chocolate, many cheap brands put rum flavouring into their chocolates and not the real thing.

What rum goes with chocolate? ›

Super premium rums such as Diplomático Single Vintage or Diplomático Ambassador finished in Sherry barrels, develop aromas that are perfect to be paired with 95 or even 99% cacao.

What does chocolate rum taste like? ›

The Cacao chocolate-flavored rum is creamy with mocha notes and even with an 80-proof ABV—which is part of what makes this rum so unique—it has a buttery smooth taste, highlighted by subtle notions of spice. The journey comes full circle with the accent of balanced cacao nibs and a pleasant strong coffee finish.

What is a rum with hot water called? ›

The Toddy's origins are in the mid-18th century, and the drink traditionally comprises a spirit, sugar and hot water, perhaps with a lemon peel or assorted spices. In Ireland, they used Irish whiskey. In Scotland, they used scotch. In the United States, well, they used whatever was on hand—often brandy or rum.

Is rum in hot chocolate good? ›

Hot chocolate spiked with rum is an easy recipe for homemade hot chocolate made from scratch, using real chocolate. This boozy drink is ready in 6 minutes and has a rich taste. What is this? This spiked hot chocolate is the perfect drink to warm you up on a cold winter night!

Does rum go bad? ›

If kept out of direct sunlight and in a cool setting, unopened rum can be stored almost indefinitely. It is considered a stable liquor with a high ABV to preserve its integrity while in storage. Once opened, a bottle of rum should be used within 6 months to 2 years, depending on the additional flavors in the liquor.

Is Myers rum good for hot buttered rum? ›

Of all the rums we tried for this recipe, we liked Myers's best. But Oronoco, a new white rum from Brazil, also made a beautifully balanced drink.

Can you use Captain Morgan for hot buttered rum? ›

Add syrup, honey, and spices into a mug and muddle. Add Captain Morgan and then fill to the top with hot water. Top with softened butter. Spice it Up: Mix up 6 servings and place a hot kettle of water in the center of your table to create a cozy tea service to share with your friends.

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

While both are hot, alcoholic beverages, their ingredients differ. Tom and Jerrys are also often made with rum, though they can also be made with whiskey or vodka. 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.

What pairs well with rum? ›

Pairings For Rum
  • Steak + Aged Rum. When discussing rum and meat dishes, steak always comes most readily to mind. ...
  • Club Soda + Dark or Spiced Rum. ...
  • Cheese + Silver or Black Rum. ...
  • Tonic Water + Dark Rum. ...
  • Ceviche + White Rum. ...
  • Pineapple Juice + White or Dark Rum. ...
  • Flavored Seltzer + Spiced Rum. ...
  • Ginger Beer + White or Dark Rum.
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Can you eat chocolate and alcohol together? ›

While there may be additional health benefits to eating chocolate, pairing it with alcohol might trigger gastrointestinal issues that harm the intestinal lining, especially if you are prone to digestive issues. Chocolate contains both caffeine and cocoa, which can exacerbate stomach problems and cause constant hunger.

What candy goes well with rum? ›

Rum pairs well with fruity chocolate inclusions, but also chocolate with warm spice, ginger, & nutmeg. Chocolate covered marzipan also pairs well with Rum. Lighter rum pairs better with lighter chocolate, especially milk chocolate and caramel blends.

What dessert goes well with rum? ›

The deep, complex flavors of aged rum, combined with the sweetness of the sugar and the bitters' aromatic quality, pair wonderfully with rich desserts like chocolate lava cake or rum-infused tiramisu.

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