Butterscotch Rum Delight

This delightful cocktail, known as Butterscotch Rum Delight, is a spiced-rum coffee topped with butterscotch whipped cream. The spiced rum adds a sweet, spiced caramel flavor to the rich, bitter bite of the hot black coffee. The butterscotch whipped cream, made with heavy cream, malted milk powder, and dark brown sugar, adds a luxurious touch to this classic drink. It's the perfect warm and comforting beverage for a cozy evening or a relaxing afternoon.

Butterscotch Rum Delight

A delightful spiced-rum coffee topped with butterscotch whipped cream for a luxurious and comforting drink.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons malted milk powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • Tiny pinch kosher salt
  • 6 ounces hot black coffee
  • 2 ounces spiced rum
  • 1 tablespoon 2:1 simple syrup
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, malted milk powder, brown sugar, and salt. Beat until the cream forms soft peaks.
  2. Preheat a mug by pouring hot water into it, letting it stand for 1 minute, then draining.
  3. Combine hot coffee, spiced rum, and simple syrup in the prewarmed mug.
  4. Using a spoon, dollop the whipped cream on top of the coffee.
  5. Optionally, top with freshly grated nutmeg.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!