Hot Butterscotch
"Hot chocolate may reign supreme, but this ambrosial bittersweet drink gives it a run for its money. Caramelizing the sugar keeps the drink from tasting cloyingly sweet; a generous pour of good rum adds flavor, though you can leave it out for non-drinkers...."
INGREDIENTS
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5 Tbsp. (70 grams) unsalted butter
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¼ cup (45 grams) packed light Muscovado sugar
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¼ cup (49 grams) packed dark brown sugar
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2 Tbsp. (30 milliliters) water
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3 Tbsp. (45 milliliters) heavy cream
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4 cups (950 milliliters) whole milk
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2 Tbsp. (30 milliliters) good-quality dark rum (optional)
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½ tsp. kosher salt
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