Hot Buttered Rum Batter
Hot Buttered Rum Batter is a pre-made, spiced mixture used to create the classic winter cocktail, Hot Buttered Rum. It typically consists of butter, sugar, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and sometimes vanilla or citrus zest. Originating in colonial America, it's a traditional holiday drink meant to be stirred into hot water or cider with a shot of rum.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This batter is very high in fat and sugar, providing a significant calorie boost with minimal protein or fiber. A single serving is a rich source of saturated fat and quick energy from carbohydrates, with a rough calorie count of 150-200 kcal per tablespoon-sized portion.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 11 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 50 µg RAE |
| Calcium | 5 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 tablespoon (14 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a historical 'comfort food' drink that has seen a modern resurgence in craft cocktail bars. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'sometimes food,' where the batter itself is essentially a spiced, sweetened butter meant for flavor and warmth rather than sustenance.
