### Midnight Citrus Spiced Rum Warmer

**Description:** Embrace the night with the Midnight Citrus Spiced Rum Warmer, a concoction that flawlessly blends the rich, molasses sweetness of dark rum with the bright, zesty tang of marmalade. Sip on this innovative cocktail as you let the warm spices dance on your palate, offering comfort and complexity in every delightful mouthful. **Ingredients:** - 2 oz Dark Rum - 1 tbsp Orange Marmalade - 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice - 1/4 oz Maple Syrup - 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters - 2 oz Boiling Water - Cinnamon Stick (for garnish) - Star Anise (for garnish) - Orange Twist (for garnish) **Instructions:** 1. In a heat-resistant mixing glass, combine the orange marmalade, lemon juice, maple syrup, and Angostura bitters. 2. Stir the mixture until the marmalade has mostly dissolved. 3. Pour in the dark rum and mix well to integrate all the flavors. 4. Carefully add boiling water to the concoction and give it a gentle stir to combine everything. 5. Strain the mixture into a pre-heated Irish coffee glass or a similar heatproof glass. 6. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, star anise, and an expressive orange twist to release the essential oils over the drink. **Glass:** Serve this warming concoction in an Irish coffee glass to showcase its rich color and to keep the drink warm, allowing the spices to unfurl their aromas while sipping. Relax and let the Midnight Citrus Spiced Rum Warmer transport you to a tranquil evening by the fireside.