Eggnog
Instructions
Tips
If our recipe for spiked eggnog has intrigued you but, at the same time, made you unsure about using raw egg yolks, you can, of course, choose to use pasteurised egg yolks instead.
Tips
However, bringing the temperature of the punch up to 65°C after adding the egg mixture will remove any potential risks. Remember to keep stirring and make sure to not let it become warmer than 70°C as this will lead the eggs to coagulate.
Questions about eggnog
With a simple and quick eggnog recipe like ours, making this rich and frothy drink is incredibly easy. To learn more about this American classic, continue reading below!
Ingredients
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Milk
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300 ml |
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Double cream
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300 ml |
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Cinnamon stick
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1 |
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Whole star anise
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1 |
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Cardamom seeds
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½ tsp |
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Vanilla pod
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1 |
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Egg yolks
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3 |
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Sugar
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3 tbsp |
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Dark rum, calvados, or cognac
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4 tbsp |
Warm eggnog with alcohol
Variations of this wonderful milk and egg-based beverage are known across the world with different, though similar, ingredients. The spiced and spiked drink, which is also sometimes called punch when alcohol is added into the mix, is often enjoyed around Christmas time.
However, since nothing is stopping you from enjoying it all year round, we think you should try our recipe for eggnog with alcohol anytime you like! The same goes for other ‘holiday favourites’ such as fudge and rocky road which are also tasty during any month of the year with a warm glass of this spiced punch on the side.
Enjoy delicious spices and a frothy texture
Our eggnog recipe gives you a deliciously rich warm drink that is creamy in taste as well as texture. This light and fluffy punch gets a frothy texture and a rich mouthfeel from the combination of egg yolk and sugar beaten to an irresistibly delicious mixture.
A traditional eggnog recipe is not complete without an aromatic, warming spice selection. In our rendition, we use cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and vanilla to make an exotic, warm infusion that goes perfectly with the mild and rich punch. By using whole seeds, sticks, and pods to flavour our spiced eggnog, we have ensured a spiced punch with plenty of different earthy, zesty, and fruity undertones.
Choose your favourite alcohol for spiked eggnog
When choosing the best eggnog liquor, you can go for different options like whisky, rum, or different types of brandy like cognac or calvados. Boozy eggnog with rum is the classic choice for many, and the best choice is dark rum. Its smoky-sweet flavour pairs wonderfully with the mix of warming spices which it helps to enhance.
The same can be said for whisky which similarly is smoky and sweet in its flavour profile, though typically not as sweet as rum. For a fruitier addition, opt for a golden cognac or calvados.
Make it your own
You can easily experiment with the ingredients in eggnog by adding or garnishing with different spices like grated nutmeg, allspice, or even pumpkin spice mix.
In case you have been wondering if there are any other uses for the drink, we have good news for you! Since this frothy drink is essentially drinkable custard, you can easily use it as a sauce for dessert. Drizzle it over different fruit pies like our apple tart or use it with homemade ice cream to experience it in new and exciting ways.
You can also use it to make fun, adult drinks with eggnog by blending it with ice cream to make a sweet and spicy milkshake with a bit of a kick to it.
