We’ve officially made it to October. Where does the time go? Even though summer has come and gone (so long, margarita weather), that doesn’t mean all the good flavors have disappeared. On the contrary! This season means warm colors, scents and tastes.
While some may opt for the PSL as their fall drink of choice, others prefer the sweet and indulgent taste of hot apple cider. Nothing beats the tasty combo of apples and cinnamon. Seems like Captain Morgan understands that, too!
This Is What You Need to Know About the Sliced Apple Spiced Rum
Sometimes, all we want to do on a chilly fall night is cuddle up by the fire with a fuzzy blanket and our favorite drink. Well…maybe more like all the time. You might choose a steaming mug of hot chocolate, but I like a boozy beverage. In fall, rum is usually my go-to, and apples and cinnamon are my all-time favorite flavor combination. So you can bet I’m over the MOON for this Captain Morgan debut.
While Captain was already so smooth, adding apple to the mix made it even smoother. The sweetness of fruit and rum go together extremely well, and both manage to warm you up exactly when you need it most. Anything apple totally screams fall, and this rum would go spectacularly well with apple cider. Spoiler alert…I’ve tried it, and it’s to DIE for!
Captain and Coke might be the first rum drink that you think of, but there are quite a few others to try.
Where Can I Grab a Bottle?
Luckily, it’s available at Total Wine right now. No need to wait! As the weather slowly devolves into colder and colder temps, there’s no better time to cuddle up with a tasty apple sipper and a spooky Halloween flick.
The Best Warm & Cozy Boozy Beverages
Hazelnut Hot ChocolateVanilla beans and a
hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico lend a sophisticated flavor to this hot chocolate. With such rich taste, it could be served as a dessert. —Michael Compean, Fountain Hills, Arizona
Pour one of these cozy adult drinks into one of
our favorite thermoses.
White Chocolate Brandy AlexanderThis brandied white cocoa is a wonderful drink to warm up with after coming in from the cold. Whipped topping and chocolate shavings make special finishing touches. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Chocolate-Caramel Rum CoffeeThis decadent coffee drink can stand alone as a final course or can be a delightful complement to any chocolate or caramel dessert. Our family loves it after a special dinner or just for sipping in front of the fireplace. —Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio
Hot Buttered Cider MixPut the butter base for this beverage in a decorative jar and attach a copy of the recipe for a great gift from your kitchen. You can omit the brandy for a kid-friendly version. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Sweet Kahlua CoffeeI have this beverage brewing in my slow cooker at my annual Christmas open house. I set out the whipped cream and grated chocolate in festive dishes so guests can help themselves to as much Kahlua-flavored coffee as they'd like.—Ruth Gruchow, Yorba Linda, California
Raspberry Truffle CocktailThis adults-only hot chocolate is a decadent addition to any holiday gathering. It can easily be adapted to dairy lovers' tastes by substituting chocolate milk and heavy cream for the almond products.—Melanie Milhorat, New York, New York
Honey-Bourbon Hot ChocolateMy husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even better made with honey-flavored bourbon if you can find that in your local store. —Andrea Harvath, Duncannon, Pennsylvania
Pineapple Cider WassailPineapple juice prevents this hot drink from becoming overly sweet. Skip the rum—without sacrificing flavor—for a beverage that's appropriate for guests of all ages.—Lori Schmeling, Hartland, Wisconsin
Landmark Hot ChocolateWith or without a nip of rum, my hot chocolate recipe has been a Wisconsin winter warmer for years. When the toboggan hills are calling, I skip the whipped cream and take a thermos to go. It’s always a hit and it ensures nobody is left out in the cold! —Mark Phillips, Bayfield, Wisconsin
Hot Buttered RumI received this recipe for hot buttered rum from a friend more than 30 years ago, and I think of her every winter when I stir up a batch. It keeps well in the freezer, so feel free to make it ahead of time. —Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota
Mulled Red CiderRed wine gives a rosy glow to this warm beverage. The spices are a wonderful complement to both the wine and cider. —Steve Foy, Kirkwood, Missouri
Creamy Irish CoffeeMy maternal grandma seldom drank more than a glass of champagne at Christmas, but she couldn't resist my Creamy Irish Coffee. —Rebecca Little, Park Ridge, Illinois
Kahlua Hot ChocolateWhen we want a cup of hot chocolate, we prefer homemade over store mixes. A splash of Kahlúa adds a touch of fabulous. —Chung-Ah Rhee, Hollywood, California
Spiced Hot Apple CiderDuring cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing while the cider is simmering! —Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi
Holiday Peppermint MochaMake spirits bright with a minty mocha to share under the mistletoe or around the piano. I’ve also stirred in coffee liqueur instead of peppermint. —Lauren Brien-Wooster, South Lake Tahoe, California
Spanish CoffeeYou’ll look forward to dessert even more when this warm and welcoming after-dinner drink is on the menu. —Sharon Tipton, Orlando, Florida
Butterscotch Mulled CiderOnly five minutes of preparation is needed for this dynamite slow-cooked drink. You will love the sweet taste of butterscotch and cinnamon in the hot apple cider. —Karen Mack, Webster, New York
Updated: Oct. 02, 2020
