The sauce that goes on everything.
Time
20 min
Serves
1 cup
Type
Kitchen
The Spirit
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Explore Spiced RumA rich, buttery caramel with a splash of Spiced Rum stirred in at the end. Goes on ice cream, apple pie, bread pudding, pancakes, or a spoon held over the sink at midnight.
Heat sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula.
Sugar will clump, then melt into an amber liquid. Keep stirring.
Once fully melted and deep amber (about 350°F), add butter all at once. It will bubble vigorously — keep stirring.
After butter is incorporated, remove from heat and slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly.
Stir in Spiced Rum and sea salt.
Let cool for 10 minutes before using. Store in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Bartender's Tip
Room temperature butter and cream are essential — cold dairy causes the caramel to seize. Pull them from the fridge an hour before you start.
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