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Egg Nog
How to make an Egg Nog - the creamy Christmas classic of egg, sugar, milk, cream and rum or cognac. Rich, sweet and wonderfully aromatic with nutmeg.
15 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
Punch cupGlass
2Serving(s)
The Egg Nog is the epitome of festive cosiness: a velvety, creamy drink of egg, sugar, milk, cream and rum or cognac. With freshly grated nutmeg on top it warms you from within and is a firm part of the holidays in many countries. A true winter treat.
Instructions
- Whisk the egg yolks with half the sugar until frothy.
- Stir milk, cream and rum or cognac into the egg yolks.
- Beat the egg whites with the remaining sugar until stiff.
- Carefully fold the stiff egg white into the yolk mixture.
- Pour into punch cups and dust with freshly grated nutmeg.
Garnish: Grated nutmeg
Pro tip: Whisk the egg whites and yolks separately and fold in the stiff egg white at the end - this makes the Egg Nog especially airy and creamy.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Egg Nog come from?
The Egg Nog has its roots in 17th-century England and became a fixture of the Christmas season in the USA.
Can I drink Egg Nog cold or warm?
Egg Nog is classically served well chilled, but it can also be enjoyed gently warmed as a warming winter drink.
Which alcohol works best?
Traditionally dark rum, cognac or a mixture of both is used, sometimes also with a splash of bourbon.
Ingredients
- Eggs (yolk and white separated)2 pieces
- Sugar3 tbsp
- Milk12 cl
- Cream6 cl
- Dark rum or cognac6 cl
- Freshly grated nutmeg1 pinch
