2 Warm Rum Recipes Using Ron Abuelo 7 Años Aged Rum
A good rum cocktail is a dime a dozen. So when I’m presented with a new rum cocktail to try, I’m usually not very excited. However, when I’m sent something new to try seasonally, like a warm rum recipe, you’ve piqued my interest.
Ron Abuelo rum brand ambassador, Hedi Berkaoui, has shared with us two warm rum recipes perfect for those chilly days. Find the two delicious concoctions below.
Ron Abuelo 7 Años Cold Weather Recipes
1. Abuelo Spiced Hot Buttered Rum
Created by Hedi Berkaoui, Ron Abuelo Brand Ambassador
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz. Ron Abuelo 7 Años rum
- *Strained hot/warm spiced brown butter mix
Directions:
Add the Ron Abuelo 7 Años rum to a heat proof glass or mug. Fill the glass about ¾ of the way with the warm spiced brown butter mix and gently stir. Garnish with whipped cream and grated nutmeg.
Serves: 1
*Spiced Brown Butter Mix
Ingredients:
- 150grs x Brown sugar
- 200grs x Butter
- 3 Cinnamon sticks
- 6 Whole cloves
- 6 Allspice berries
- 1 Vanilla bean/pod (split open vertically)
- 1 teaspoon of Kosher salt
- 8 cups of water
Directions:
Assemble all ingredients and cook on low for 2-3 hours to marry all the flavors together. Strain.
Serves: 6
“The Spiced Hot Buttered Rum is a smooth and sweet drink with a thicker texture and the addition of winter spices makes this especially enjoyable during the colder months. The flavors blend wonderfully with the sharp and balanced taste of Ron Abuelo 7 Años.” – Hedi Berkaoui
2. Abuelo Spiced Pineapple Toddy
Created by Hedi Berkaoui, Ron Abuelo Brand Ambassador
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz. Ron Abuelo 7 Años rum
- 1/2 oz. Honey
- 1/3 oz. Lemon juice
- 1 oz. Hot water
- 1 oz. Pineapple juice, warmed
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 Star anise
- 1 Orange peel
Directions:
Add all ingredients to a heat-proof glass or mug and stir gently, ensuring the honey is dissolved. Garnish with grated nutmeg.
Serves: 1
“This drink is a twist on a classic Toddy with tropical flavors. The addition of the pineapple represents the warm climate of Panama and the Caribbean where Ron Abuelo is produced – it is a nod to Abuelo’s heritage. It’s an uplifting and warming cocktail that will pick you up with its light texture, fruity notes and spice. The flavors highlight some of the earthier notes found in the Ron Abuelo 7 Años.” – Hedi Berkaoui
