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About Hot Buttered Rum Day

United States, United Kingdom
EVENT NAME:
Hot Buttered Rum Day (US/UK)
EVENT CATEGORIES:
Alcohol Tobacco & Drugs , Retail
United Kingdom & Ireland , United States
Dates Active:
Begins: Jan 17, 2024
Ends: Jan 17, 2024
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DESCRIPTION:

Hot Buttered Rum Day celebrates the classic cocktail craved for its warmth, richness, and indulgent flavor. This drink, traditionally enjoyed during the colder months, especially around the holidays, combines the sweetness of sugar, the richness of butter, and the complexity of rum, rounded off with spices for a comforting beverage.

The key ingredients of Hot Buttered Rum include dark rum, unsalted butter, brown sugar, and a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. These ingredients are combined with hot water or cider to create a soothing, warm cocktail. The butter adds a creamy texture, while the spices bring a festive aroma and flavor.

The origin of Hot Buttered Rum traces back to England and colonial America. Rum was a common commodity in England and its colonies as part of the Triangle Trade (which unfortunately also included slavery), and it became a popular ingredient in various drinks. Hot Buttered Rum originates with the colonial practice of adding rum to hot beverages, which likely evolved from earlier European traditions of spiced and heated wines and ciders.

Over time, Hot Buttered Rum evolved into today's recipe, becoming particularly associated with winter and holiday festivities. Its popularity endures due to its comforting warmth and the rich, complex flavors that make it a festive favorite.

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