Spiked Holiday Eggnog

This homemade eggnog recipe is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. It's the perfect holiday indulgence, spiked with rum, bourbon, and cognac. Made with a blend of egg yolks, sugar, milk, and cream, this decadent drink is a festive treat for the season.

Spiked Holiday Eggnog

Indulge in a rich and creamy eggnog with a delightful kick of rum, bourbon, and cognac, perfect for the holidays.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • Pinch of coarse salt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 oz bourbon
  • 1/2 oz dark rum
  • 1/4 oz cognac
  • Freshly whipped cream, for serving
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
  2. Heat the milk and salt in a saucepan until it reaches a bare simmer.
  3. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the yolk mixture while whisking constantly.
  4. Pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  5. Strain the mixture into a large bowl and let it cool.
  6. Add cream, bourbon, rum, and cognac, then refrigerate overnight.
  7. Whisk the remaining sugar and egg whites in a heatproof mixer bowl set over simmering water until warm and smooth.
  8. Beat the mixture until stiff peaks form and fold into the eggnog.
  9. Pour into glasses, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with nutmeg.