Martha's Holiday Cheer Eggnog

This decadent eggnog recipe is a rich and creamy holiday classic, perfect for festive gatherings and cozy nights by the fire. Martha's Holiday Cheer Eggnog combines the velvety smoothness of whole milk and heavy cream with the warmth of bourbon, dark rum, and cognac, creating a delightful concoction that's sure to spread holiday cheer.

Martha's Holiday Cheer Eggnog

Indulge in the rich and creamy Martha's Holiday Cheer Eggnog, a classic holiday beverage with a perfect blend of milk, cream, bourbon, rum, and cognac.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, separated
  • 1 tablespoon superfine sugar
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon bourbon, preferably Maker's Mark
  • 1/2 tablespoon dark rum, preferably Mount Gay
  • 1/2 tablespoon Cognac, preferably Remy Martin Grand Cru
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolk until thick and pale, then slowly beat in the sugar.
  2. Whisk in the milk and 2/3 cup of heavy cream.
  3. Mix in the bourbon, rum, and Cognac, cover, and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
  4. Just before serving, beat the egg white until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the eggnog.
  5. Whisk the remaining 1/3 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form, and fold it into the eggnog.
  6. Sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg for a festive touch.