Classic Eggnog
A rich and creamy holiday beverage with warm spices and a boozy kick.
- 1½ ozcognac
- ½ ozdark rum
- 1 ozwhole milk
- 1 ozheavy cream
- 1 wholeegg(fresh)
- ¾ ozsimple syrup 1:1
- freshly grated nutmeggarnish
- 1Add all ingredients to a shaker without ice and dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- 2Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled.
- 3Strain into a punch cup or small coupe.
- 4Grate fresh nutmeg generously over the top.
- 5Serve immediately while cold and frothy.
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Eggnog traces its roots to medieval Britain's posset and evolved in colonial America where rum and brandy became common additions. It became a staple of American holiday celebrations by the 1800s.
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