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Twice-Spiced Rum

This recipe for Twice-Spiced Rum infuses already spiced rum with even more rich flavor, steeping the liquor with warm cinnamon, assertive star anise and velvety vanilla.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time7 days 15 minutes
Course: cocktail
Keyword: cinnamon, rum, star anise, vanilla

Ingredients

  • 2 cups spiced rum, such as Kraken
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 star anise pod
  • ½ vanilla bean, split

Instructions

  • Add 2 cups of spiced rum to an airtight container or mason jar.
    2. Add 3 cinnamon sticks and close container. Let steep 3 days, turning jar once or twice a day.
    3. After 3 days, add 1 star anise pod, and ½ vanilla bean (split the bean open with a knife so that it can release its flavor). Leave all ingredients steep 4 more days, turning jar once or twice a day.
    4. After 7 days, remove all spices and use rum as needed, or to make my Twice-Spiced Almond Nog.