Simple as can be. That old north wind is blowing in Bellingham right now, and hot-buttered rum hits the spot, especially if you've been out in the cold.1.) Go to the grocery store and purchase some hot-buttered rum batter. Harvey's is a popular brand, but Haggen makes their own this time of year, as well. I think Reser's also makes it (I'm a Harvey's man, myself).
2.) Go to the spices section and pick up a bottle of rum or brandy flavoring, or both (Locals: Fred Meyer has both varieties).
3.) Prepare according to instructions, substituting a few drops of the flavoring for the booze.
4.) Sprinkle a bit of cinammon and/or nutmeg on top, as you like it. Garnish with cinammon stick and/or lemon.
5.) Be warm, and make merry!
If you prefer alcohol in it...well, you know what to do. :)
Good idea, but keep in mind a lot of flavourings and extracts are VERY high in alcohol. For those who can't tolerate it, they may have to find another alternatives.
ReplyDeleteThe alcohol content of 2 or 3 drops of extract will amount to zero, unless you are a mouse or a hummingbird. However, some humans do experience what is called alcohol intolerance (you will know who you are). There is no such thing as an "alcohol allergy" medically speaking--an allergy is an immune system response--but the term "alcohol allergy" is appropriate for layman, who could be allergic to other ingredients commonly found in alcoholic beverages, or whose reaction to alcohol indicates a more serious health problem. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alcohol-intolerance/DS01172
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