This hot buttery rum with a desi twist is the perfect boozy start to your cozy Christmas evening.

December 25, 2024 at 4:09 p.m. IST

It’s Christmas Day! And as a little gift from us, we have the ultimate no-fuss booze bomb so you can take some time to snuggle up with your loved ones.

Are you entertaining today evening? We probably caught you in a somewhat chaotic situation. With the food, drinks, decorating and inevitable chaos that usually involves throwing a party, the recipe we have in store will take some of the planning thrills off your busy Christmas plate. For all the adults who come, there won’t be a frown in the room as you serve this hot, flavorful glass of goodness. After all, who doesn’t love a good old winter classic that’s too warm? Hot buttered rum is therefore as classic as for the winter months. Now add a dash of desi and you have something that those around you will be talking about long after they say goodbye to you for the night. The only thing you have to worry about is running out of rum!

This classic winter drink with a desi twist is the perfect drink for nursing during your Christmas party (Photos: iStock, Amazing Food Made Easy)

(Desi) Hot buttered rum

Ingredients: Jamaican rum – 30 ml, coconut rum – 15 ml, all-spice dram – 15 ml, freshly brewed chai – 120 ml, garam masala butter mixture – 1-2 tbsp; for garam masala butter mixture — softened butter – 4 tbsp, brown sugar – 1/4 cup, garam masala – 3/4 tsp, cinnamon powder – 1/2 tsp, cayenne pepper – one pinch, salt – to taste

Method: For the garam masala butter mixture, cream the butter and sugar before adding the spices and salt. For buttered rum, heat a cup before adding the rum. Add the garam masala butter mixture and enjoy.

(Contessa Cocktail recipe)

Wondering what to do while caring for your glass? Don’t forget to check out the Gen Z-approved Christmas spread that’s as simple as this drink. Loaded fries, crispy fried chicken, and slices of cheesecake certainly feel like the perfect accompaniment to the very flavorful hot buttered rum you’re about to boil.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas!