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22 ounces (2.75 cups)
14 days 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup whole allspice berries
  • 1 cup rum navy-strength or overproof rum if possible
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Crush the allspice berries in a mortar and pestle (or put them in a ziplock bag and crush with a heavy skillet). You want them cracked and coarse, not pulverized into dust.
    Allspice Dram step 1
  • Pour the crushed berries into a glass jar and add the rum. Seal the jar and shake well.
    Allspice Dram step 2
  • Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 4 days, shaking it daily.
    Allspice Dram step 3
  • On day 5, add the cinnamon stick to the jar. Let it steep for another 8 days
    Allspice Dram step 4
  • Strain the rum through a fine-mesh sieve, then run it through a coffee filter or cheesecloth to remove the fine sediment.
    Allspice Dram step 5
  • In a saucepan, combine the water and brown sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool completely.
    Allspice Dram step 6
  • Pour the infused rum into a clean bottle or jar, then add the cooled sugar syrup. Stir or shake to combine. Let the mixture rest for at least 24 hours before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g