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Butterscotch Rum at Home

Course Drinks
Prep Time 11 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dark rum use your favorite brand
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark, depending on your preference
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth

Instructions

Melt the Butter:

  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully liquified.

Add Sugar and Caramelize:

  1. Stir in the brown sugar and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and darkens slightly. This should take about 5-7 minutes, creating a rich, caramel-like texture.

Incorporate Cream:

  1. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and glossy.

Add Vanilla and Salt:

  1. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if you want to enhance the flavor.

Combine with Rum:

  1. Let the butterscotch mixture cool slightly, then slowly whisk in the dark rum. Stir until everything is well combined and silky.

Store and Serve:

  1. Pour the butterscotch rum into a clean, airtight bottle or jar. Let it sit at room temperature to cool completely. You can enjoy it right away, but the flavors will intensify if left to sit for 1-2 days.