Bahama Bob's Hot Buttered Rum

     Hot Buttered Rum is always a great call for a warming cocktail during th wintertime, around the holidays it is even better.  Here is my version of the classic hot cocktail that I think you might enjoy.

Bahama Bob's Hot Buttered Rum Batter

• 1 1/2  Cups Brown Sugar
• 1/4 lb. Unsalted Butter
• 1 Pinch Salt
• 1/2  Pint Light Cream
• 1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4  Tsp Ground Cloves
• 1/4 Tsp Vanilla Extract

Combine the brown sugar,cream, butter, salt and heat in 2 quart pan stir until butter is melted and all of the sugar is dissolved.    Add vanilla, cinnamon and cloves leaving it on low heat and stir into the batter ,   Allow to cool and it is ready to use. 

Making the Cocktail

• 3 oz. Bahama Bob's Hot Buttered Rum Batter
• 2 Oz. A Good Dark Rum
• Boiling Water
• Whipped Cream   
• Fresh Ground Nutmeg To Taste

Use about a heaping tablespoon of batter in each mug, top up with boiling water, stir until batter is dissolved.    Add rum,  top with whipped cream and a dusting of fresh ground nutmeg.  Cinnamon stick is a great garnish.