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Bourbon Eggnog Is a Holiday Tradition

Kevin Mayfield
Smooth, rich, spicy eggnog is an American holiday tradition.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Classic Cocktails
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 292 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 4-6 ounces bourbon
  • 10-12 ounces milk
  • 4 ounces heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ tablespoon nutmeg
  • ¼ tablespoon cinnamon optional

Instructions
 

  • Separate the eggs and place the yolks in a mixing bowl. Set the egg whites aside for later.
  • Add the sugar to the egg yolks and whisk until the mixture is thick and full.
  • Add the bourbon, milk and cream; whisking lightly as you go. Set aside.
  • Using a hand mixer at medium-high speed, whip the egg whites until they thicken in volume and form soft peaks. (When you turn your whisk or beater upside down, peaks form but soon melt back into themselves. The peaks do not hold for long.)
  • Fold the egg whites into the bourbon mixture, then gently whisk together to mix well.
  • Chill for at least an hour before serving. Serve in a roly poly or punch glass.
  • Garnish with a dusting of nutmeg.

Notes

Experiment with the spirit. I prefer bourbon, but feel free to use a rye or rum.
I gave a range for how much bourbon to use because I prefer a bit more, but others may not. So start off small and add more if desired. If you add more bourbon, you may also want to add a little more milk for the right consistency.
Mixed eggnog will keep in the refrigerator for 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 77mgPotassium: 154mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 668IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 118mgIron: 1mg
Keyword 1950's cocktails, 1960's cocktails, 1970's cocktails, Christmas Cocktails, Eggnog, Fall Drinks, Holiday Cocktails, Holiday Drinks, Mad Men Cocktails, mid century cocktails, Thanksgiving Cocktails
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