Bay Rum Recipe
Get ready to embark on a flavorful adventure as we delve into the world of Bay Rum, a classic Caribbean recipe that has stood the test of time.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- a wooden spoon for stirring
- fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth for filtering
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark rum
- 5-6 bay leaves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 cloves
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Zest of one lime
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Start by washing the fresh bay leaves thoroughly.
- In a large pot, combine the bay leaves, rum, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, water, lime zest, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for approximately 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the flavors have melded beautifully, strain the mixture using a cheesecloth or strainer.
- Allow the Bay Rum to cool before transferring it into glass bottles for storage.