Eggnog
A rich holiday punch of eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and spirit, finished with nutmeg.
Base spirit
Brandy
Style
Punch
Glassware
Mug
Technique
Build
Eggnog is a festive dairy-and-egg punch fortified with brandy, rum, or whiskey. Sugar and spice round the dairy, while nutmeg finishes the aroma. Served cold in a punch cup or mug, it is one of the core Christmas and winter holiday drinks in North America.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 1 oz brandy
- • 1 oz dark rum
- • 1 whole egg
- • 1 oz simple syrup
- • 2 oz whole milk
- • 1 oz heavy cream
- • grated nutmeg
Did you know?
“Eggnog descends from earlier British milk-and-egg possets and became a staple of American holiday entertaining.”
Source:British and American holiday drink histories
Bartender's Note
Use pasteurized eggs if preferred. Chill thoroughly before serving. Spirit choice is flexible.
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How to make the Eggnog
- 1Shake egg, syrup, and spirits without ice until frothy
- 2Add milk, cream, and ice; shake again
- 3Strain into a chilled cup
- 4Dust with nutmeg
