National Hot Buttered Rum Day is celebrated every January 17, primarily in the United States. This unofficial holiday honors the warm alcoholic beverage known as hot buttered rum, which is particularly enjoyed during the cold fall and winter months. The drink originated in the 1650s when Jamaica began importing molasses to Colonial America, leading to the creation of hot buttered rum by adding distilled rum to hot beverages like eggnog and toddy. The beverage is made from a special batter consisting of brown sugar, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt, which can be frozen for up to a year. To prepare the drink, a spoonful of the batter is mixed with hot water and rum. Variations of the drink can be made using light or spiced rum for different flavor profiles.