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National Hot Buttered Rum Day warms spirits every January 17. This cozy, spiced cocktail, steeped in colonial history, offers a comforting escape from winter’s chill. Gather your rum, butter, and spices to mix up a batch, invite friends over, or find a local spot serving this delicious drink.
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Expected National Hot Buttered Rum Day Deals
While we await official 2027 promotions, history shows that National Hot Buttered Rum Day often inspires cozy deals. Look for local bars and restaurants to feature special pricing on hot buttered rum cocktails. Retailers like Total Wine & More and BevMo! might offer discounts on rum or spiced ingredients. Specialty food stores such as Whole Foods Market or Trader Joe’s could highlight premium butter and baking spices. Online liquor delivery services like Drizly may have promotions on rum brands such as Gosling’s Black Seal Rum or Mount Gay Rum, while home goods stores like Pottery Barn might feature themed mugs or barware. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as January 17 approaches.
Platform Guide for National Hot Buttered Rum Day
Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #HotButteredRumDay. Share your favorite recipe, a photo of your cozy setup, or a video tutorial for making the perfect mug.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #HotButteredRumDay. Film a quick ‘how-to’ video, showcase different rum varieties, or share your top tips for a creamy, spiced drink.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #HotButteredRumDay. Share your personal stories about this classic drink, post a poll about favorite spices, or organize a virtual tasting.
National Hot Buttered Rum Day Hero
Jerry Thomas
National Hot Buttered Rum Day timeline
Bartender Jerry Thomas wrote two recipes for hot rum drinks in his book ‘How to Mix Drinks.’
Kenneth Roberts mentioned the drink in his bestselling novel ‘Northwest Passage.’
Hot Buttered Rum evolved into a Tiki drink or a modified ‘Coffee Grog.’
The Tiki version underwent at least two more versions.
How Businesses Can Celebrate National Hot Buttered Rum Day
Local bars and restaurants can feature special hot buttered rum menus, offering classic recipes alongside creative variations with different rums or spice blends. Coffee shops might introduce a non-alcoholic ‘butter rum’ latte. Retailers can curate ‘Hot Buttered Rum Kits’ with premium rum, artisanal butter, and unique spice mixes. Host a tasting event or a mixology workshop to engage customers and highlight the drink’s rich history.
National Hot Buttered Rum Day FAQs
When is National Hot Buttered Rum Day?
In 2027, National Hot Buttered Rum Day is observed on Sunday, January 17, providing a relaxing end to the weekend to savor this classic beverage. Many will unwind with a mug of this rich, aromatic treat.
How many calories are in a hot buttered rum?
While recipes vary, a standard hot buttered rum cocktail usually contains around 300-350 calories. This makes it a rich, indulgent treat best enjoyed in moderation, especially with its combination of rum, butter, and sugar.
What kind of rum is best for hot buttered rum?
For an authentic hot buttered rum, a good quality dark or spiced rum is recommended to complement the warm spices and creamy butter. The robust notes of a well-aged rum enhance the drink’s overall complexity and comforting character.
What are the origins of hot buttered rum?
The tradition of hot buttered rum dates back centuries, evolving from European spiced ale and wine drinks. When rum became a common spirit in the colonies, it was adapted into this comforting concoction, often enjoyed during colder months.
National Hot Buttered Rum Day Activities
Try hot buttered rum in new ways
There is more than one way to enjoy the amazing flavors of hot buttered rum. There is hot buttered rum coffee and cider, but what we recommend is hot buttered rum cake! We know you’re drooling at the though. There are many varying recipes online, but whichever you choose, we know it will go great with a mug of hot buttered rum!
Create variations of the drink
In addition to a mug of this classic drink, get creative and come up with your own take on hot buttered rum. You could add vanilla, or any other flavoring you like. Maybe there’s spices you’d like in your drink, like cardamom. See what you can come up with. You might create something better than the original!
Enjoy hot buttered rum!
Easiest and best way to observe National Hot Buttered Rum Day? Drink a mug (or two) of hot buttered rum! Go out and enjoy it with friends or family or stay in and make your own. Curl up by the fire with a good book and enjoy this drink the way it was meant to be enjoyed!
Why We Love National Hot Buttered Rum Day
It makes us feel cozy
Certain drinks make us feel especially relaxed and cozy. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, hot toddys, and cider are just a few of these lovely beverages. But hot buttered rum seems to cater to all tastes. You have alchohol to give it a kick. The butter and sugar to give it some sweetness. Spices to enhance the cozy taste and feel. It’s the perfect drink for cold winter night.
We love a good drink
We all love to spice up some drinks with a little booze. It’s fun to sit with friends and family and enjoy a good drink. That’s probably why such activities exist in almost every culture. A warm beverage, a little rum, and good company is the perfect mix for a good time in the cold fall and winter months.
It satisfies a sweet tooth
Hot buttered rum is able to satisfy a sweet tooth, despite not being overly sweet or a typical dessert. The butter and sweetener in the drink is enough to keep us away from the cookie jar, and the spices and rum ensure it’s not disgustingly sweet. It’s a good balance and a great after-dinner drink.
National Hot Buttered Rum Day dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | January 17 | Sunday |
| 2028 | January 17 | Monday |
| 2029 | January 17 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | January 17 | Thursday |
| 2031 | January 17 | Friday |
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