How to Make Edibles with CBD: Hot Cannabuttered "Rum"

As we settle deep into the coldest part of winter, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm, spiced drink to keep cozy. If you’re exploring new ways to enjoy Dry January, but are missing your standard wintertime cocktails, our Hot Cannabuttered “Rum” offers a creative twist on the classic Hot Buttered Rum! Featuring a rich, aromatic batter infused with potent cannabutter, this indulgent mocktail is the perfect way to treat yourself while embracing a mindful start to the new year. 

Before we dive into the recipe, we need to ask - are you sitting on a batch of cannabutter? If not, you’ll need to check out our go-to cannabutter recipe here. You might even need to get some shake or CBD flower too!

Once you’re finished, come back here and learn to make our Hot Cannabuttered “Rum”!

For the Buttered Batter:

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1/4 cup cannabutter, softened

• If you followed our recipe and used a strain around 20% CBD, this should be about 550mg of cannabinoids

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

• 1/4 tsp ground cloves

• 1/4 tsp ground ginger

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Directions for Batter

1. Mix the batter:
   In a medium bowl, blend the unsalted butter and cannabutter until smooth. Add the brown sugar, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until fully combined.

2. Store the batter:
   Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze it for longer storage—simply scoop out portions as needed.

For the Mocktail:

Ingredients

• 1-2 tbsp batter

• 8 oz hot apple cider

• Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

• Cinnamon stick or star anise (optional, for garnish)

Directions for the Drink

1. Warm the liquid:
   Heat apple cider in a kettle or saucepan until steaming but not boiling.

2. Assemble the mocktail:
   Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of the batter into a mug. Slowly pour the hot liquid over the batter while stirring until fully dissolved and creamy.

*Note: how many tablespoons you use depends on how potent you want your drink to be. If you followed our cannabutter recipe and used a strain around 20% CBD, your batter should contain about 550mg of cannabinoids. In turn, each tablespoon will contain ~35mg of cannabinoids.

3. Garnish and enjoy:
   Top with whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick or star anise. Then sip, and relax!

With its silky texture, warming spices, and just the right hint of sweetness, our Hot Cannabuttered “Rum” is more than a mocktail; it’s a moment of cozy self-care. The versatile buttered “rum” batter can be prepared ahead of time, making it easy to whip up a delicious drink whenever the mood strikes. So, as you enjoy your Dry January journey, let this beverage remind you that indulgence doesn’t have to come with alcohol. Curl up, sip slowly, and savor the bliss of a drink that’s as unique as it is relaxing.

As always, we’re here to help - even if you don’t like our recipes! If you’d prefer some hemp flower, some CBD gummies, or even a pre roll, you know where to look.