1. In a large bowl, combine the rum, brown sugar, coconut cream, heavy cream, cherries, pineapple juice and optional ingredients (water, salt, pepper, herbs and/or oil).

2. Mix all of the ingredients together until they are thoroughly combined.

3. Pour mixture into a medium-sized saucepan and heat over medium heat.

4. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a simmer. Reduce heat and keep the mixture at a low simmer for 10 minutes.

5. Remove saucepan from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.

6. Serve warm over a bed of rice or pasta.