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In this episode of 3-Minute Bartender, Dan turns his attention to one of winter’s most reliable coping mechanisms: a mug filled with something hot, boozy, and unapologetically indulgent. Cold weather is not his natural habitat, so when temperatures drop, the response is simple: build a drink designed to push back.
The Hot Buttered Rum is a cocktail that often gets dismissed before it’s properly understood. Dan explains why it works so well, tracing its roots to early American drinking culture, when rum was abundant, butter was a staple, and comfort mattered more than restraint. He breaks down the two essential approaches: a classic batter-based version that delivers richness and depth, and a streamlined method for nights when speed matters but quality still counts. Along the way, he offers guidance on rum styles, spice control, and common missteps that can derail the drink.
The result is a clear case for Hot Buttered Rum as a cold-weather essential. Practical, comforting, and far better than its reputation suggests.
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In this episode of 3-Minute Bartender, Dan turns his attention to one of winter’s most reliable coping mechanisms: a mug filled with something hot, boozy, and unapologetically indulgent. Cold weather is not his natural habitat, so when temperatures drop, the response is simple: build a drink designed to push back.
The Hot Buttered Rum is a cocktail that often gets dismissed before it’s properly understood. Dan explains why it works so well, tracing its roots to early American drinking culture, when rum was abundant, butter was a staple, and comfort mattered more than restraint. He breaks down the two essential approaches: a classic batter-based version that delivers richness and depth, and a streamlined method for nights when speed matters but quality still counts. Along the way, he offers guidance on rum styles, spice control, and common missteps that can derail the drink.
The result is a clear case for Hot Buttered Rum as a cold-weather essential. Practical, comforting, and far better than its reputation suggests.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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