Some people look forward to pumpkin spice season while others wait eagerly for eggnog season. This post is for those who fall into the latter category. This post will share the best eggnog pairings for most dishes, making holiday preparation more enjoyable. Spiked eggnog can give ornaments that whimsical look.
What is eggnog? It is a delicious, creamy winter cocktail that can either be served chilled or hot. Traditional ingredients for this festive favourite are milk, cream and sugar. You can choose any plant-based milk like almondmilk to make your drink dairy-free. Premade cartons can be purchased at most grocery shops.
Spiked eggnog is most often made with rum. However, in some cases you may find brandy, bourbon or amaretto as well as Irish cream, cognac or rye whiskey. The shelf life of homemade eggnog is usually 2-3 days, while store-bought eggnog can last 5-7 days after opening.
Holiday parties require holiday drinks. We have a list of spike eggsnogs everyone can enjoy.
How to make eggnog using alcohol
There are a few things you will find in each eggnog recipe. For homemade Christmas blends, eggs must be fresh. Milk must be whole and cream thick. Liquors must be easy to drink. Although optional, toppings such as cinnamon, chocolate and nutmeg are highly recommended.
Get this recipe:
- Eggs
- Milk
- Cream
- Nutmeg
- Cinnamon
- Chocolate
Although total caloric intake is not a priority, eggnog can be very healthy. However, the average serving contains between 300 and 1300 calories. Depending on what you add, some recipes have more calories than others.
Are you overwhelmed with all the choices? Don’t worry. Don’t worry. We have narrowed down our top eggnog recipe choices.
Scratch Eggnog Classic
This recipe will help you outshine your neighbors who buy their eggnog in a carton. It also makes it easy to create an impressive selection of best holiday drinks. Although it takes a bit of work (and some washing up), the end result is satisfying and easily Instagrammable.
In a bowl combine eggs, 1 egg yolk and one-half cup sugar. Then, whisk. Heat 2 1/2 cups milk, one-half cup heavy whip, and then whisk it again. Finally, combine the egg and sugar mixture with the milk and cream. Mix the ingredients together on medium heat while stirring frequently. Strain the mixture, and allow it to cool at room temperature. Then add your garnishes. Mix in one-quarter teaspoon vanilla extract and one-quarter teaspoon of nutmeg. Stir. Allow it to cool. Next, add another one-half-cup of heavy cream and whisk in one-half-cup of rum.
You can experiment with other liquors, spices, or toppings once you have mastered this recipe.
Get this recipe:
- Eggs
- Milk
- Heavy cream
- Sugar
- White Rum
- Vanilla extract
- Nutmeg
- For serving, cinnamon sticks
Homemade Eggnog
This creamy drink is rich and creamy with a hint of nutmeg.
Here’s another crash course in eggnog making. Mix 6 egg yolks with one-half cup granulated Sugar together. Bring 1 cup whipping cream to a boil with 2 cups of milk. Add a pinch of salt and one-half teaspoon nutmeg to the mixture. Then, combine the two bowls and stir.
You’re now ready to go!
Get this recipe:
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Whipping cream
- Milk
- Nutmeg
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
Amaretto Eggnog
You can buy store-bought eggsnog if you need to quickly get your treat. Amaretto eggnog has a mild creamy almond flavor and is sweet and decadent.
Mix 3 cups eggnog, one-quarter cup white Rum and one-half Cup Amaretto liquor together to make this recipe. To serve, pour into cups and top with whipped cream.
Get this recipe:
- Eggnog
- Amaretto liqueur
- White Rum
- Ground nutmeg and cinnamon
Spiced Rum and Bourbon Eggnog
Do you want a little heat in your life. Consider adding some holiday spirit to your drink if you prefer stronger drinks and less sweetness.
This recipe calls for 6 ounces premade eggnog. Next, add 1 ounce spiced Rum and 2 ounces Bourbon to it. Serve it warm with a light sprinkle of cinnamon.
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Get this recipe:
- Eggnog
- Bourbon
- Spiced Rum
- Ground cinnamon
Smoked Eggnog
This smokey vanilla flavor is a great choice if you have a grill. It’s also rich in decadent whole Milk.
This recipe is best made ahead of time as it can take a lot of chilling. Mix 2 cups milk with 1 cup heavy cream in an oven-proof dish. Then, smoke the mixture on a grill for 60 minutes.
While the milk and cream are cooking, whisk 4 egg yolks with 1 cup of sugar together. After they have smoked, add them to the milk with cream along with 3 ounces Bourbon, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon nutmeg. Slowly add 1 tablespoon sugar to the egg whites. Beat them until stiff. Mix the egg whites with the cream mixture. Chill and serve.
The eggnog can be refrigerated for up to a day to make the flavors shine. You can also refrigerate leftovers and have instant gratification if you make enough. However, homemade eggnog lasts for less time than the store-bought variety.