Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1 vanilla bean split, seeds scraped out, and pods reserved for some other magical recipe
- 1 1/2 tbsp packed dark brown sugar
- pinch salt
- pinch cinnamon
- pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- 6 oz dark rum
- 3 cups hot water
Instructions
- Mix the butter with the vanilla seeds, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and mace. Mix well so that it all comes together.
- Roll into a log, wrap in a plastic wrap and store in fridge until needed. When ready to use, let come to room temperature.
For the Hot Buttered Rum Cocktails:
- Divide the rum between 4 cups.
- Divide the water evenly over each, and stir as needed.
- Slice a bit of butter into each cup and enjoy.