In a medium saucepan, whisk together the apple cider, unsalted butter, apple butter, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and whisk continuously for 1 minute.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the dark spiced rum.
If preferred, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids.
Pour the hot buttered rum into a mug, garnish with dried apple slices and a cinnamon stick if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Pro Tips
Make the dried apple slices ahead of time to save time when preparing the drink.
For a richer flavor, let the apple butter mixture simmer for a few extra minutes before adding the rum.
Experiment with different types of dark spiced rum to find the flavor profile you enjoy most.
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