Ingredients:
- 4 cups of whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup of bourbon
- 1/2 cup of spiced rum
- 1 teaspoon of nutmeg (freshly grated)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a large saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to steam.2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until they become pale yellow. Slowly add about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly. This will help temper the eggs and prevent them from curdling when added to the hot milk mixture.3. Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly.4. Add the bourbon, spiced rum, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the saucepan and stir until well combined.5. Continue to heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 10-15 minutes.6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the eggnog through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps or bits of cooked egg.
7. Chill the eggnog in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until it is completely cold.8. Before serving, give the eggnog a good stir to ensure that all of the ingredients are well combined.9. Serve the eggnog in glasses with a sprinkle of nutmeg on top.
This delicious eggnog recipe is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering. The combination of creamy milk, rich spices, and boozy bourbon and rum makes for the ultimate festive drink. Make sure to chill the eggnog for at least 2 hours before serving to ensure that it is nice and cold. Enjoy!
