Spiked Eggnog

Spiked Eggnog

Cook time: 20 mins
Servings: 3-4
Difficulty: Beginner

Get into the holiday spirit with our Spiked Eggnog. It's a classic and cozy drink that's been given an extra kick of cheer. Our eggnog is a creamy, spiced delight with a generous splash of your favorite whiskey. Whether you're sharing it with friends and family or enjoying a quiet evening by the fireplace, our Spiked Eggnog is the perfect way to add some extra warmth and festivity to your holiday season.

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What you'll learn

  • Learn how to create a custard base for eggnog. Understanding the proper technique for heating and tempering the mixture is crucial to achieving the desired texture and flavor.
  • Know how to balance the presence of alcohol to achieve the right taste and potency.
  • Gain insight into how to infuse these spices into the beverage, achieving a delightful and warming holiday flavor.

Mise En Place

Whisk
Knife
Strainer
Chopping Board
Sauce Pot
Whisk
Knife
Strainer
Chopping Board
Sauce Pot

Shopping List

Vanilla bean, 1x

Cinnamon stick. 1x

Cardamon pods, 1x

Whole cloves, 2x

Fresh nutmeg

Half & half, 3 cups (a mixture of equal parts whole milk and cream)

Egg yolks, 6x

Sugar, 1/2 cup

Whiskey, 6 oz

Prep

  1. Split and scrape the vanilla bean
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the 6 egg yolks and sugar.

How to cook

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the vanilla bean, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, a few grates of fresh nutmeg, and the half & half.
  2. Once the half & half begins to simmer, slowly stream half of it into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
  3. Return the mixture back to the saucepan and place over a medium heat. Stir constantly with a heatproof spatula until the mixture begins to thicken and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Strain the mixture through a mesh sieve to remove the aromatics and any eggy bits.
  5. Whisk in the whiskey. Serve warm or chill and serve later!