Traditional eggnog is a holiday classic. This sweet drink made of eggs, nutmeg, milk, and sugar is spiked with bourbon, cognac, and rum for a winter cocktail that will warm your soul. While the original version is hands-down delicious, there are many eggnog variations that are equally as appetizing. Welcome some new traditions to your home bar this holiday season and stock your bar cabinets with ingredients to make these four festive twists on classic eggnog.
Spiced Chocolate Eggnog
Adding chocolate is always a good idea — this eggnog variation incorporates both bittersweet and milk chocolate. It gets its kick from cayenne pepper, but if you can’t handle the heat, just leave out this spicy ingredient. If your bar cabinets are already stocked for winter with brandy, and you’ve got plenty of spices in your kitchen, you may already have all of the ingredients for this chocolate eggnog recipe from Martha Stewart.
2 quarts whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
1 ¾ cups sugar
1 ¼ cups brandy
12 egg yolks
5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
3 ounces milk chocolate, melted
4 cinnamon sticks
1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped and pods reserved)
whole nutmeg (optional garnish)
½ teaspoon coarse salt
sprinkle of cayenne pepper
For directions, click here.
Peppermint Eggnog Punch
Peppermint is pretty much synonymous with the holidays, so we couldn’t resist this peppermint infused eggnog variety. Made with thick and creamy peppermint ice cream, this decadent drink from Better Homes & Gardens is the perfect dessert cocktail for your next party. Add an extra scoop of ice cream to your cup and make this a peppermint eggnog float.
1 quart peppermint ice cream
1 quart eggnog
1 cup rum
1 ¼ to 2 ½ cups ginger ale
additional peppermint ice cream or peppermint sticks (optional garnish)
For directions, click here.
Eggnog Latte
If your guests are in need of an after dinner pick-me-up, this eggnog latte is the perfect solution. Made with classic eggnog and a double shot of espresso, you get the familiar taste of “milk punch” plus a rich jolt of java. Simply warm your eggnog in a saucepan by whisking it over medium heat and then pour over your espresso.
4 cups milk
12 large egg yolks
1 cup sugar
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup bourbon
nutmeg
espresso (2 shots per 1 cup of eggnog)
Find the full eggnog recipe here and eggnog latte recipe here.
Italian Eggnog Martini
This recipe makes our favorite cozy cocktail dinner-party appropriate by adding some extra spices and serving it in a martini glass. Rather than the traditional bourbon, cognac, and rum, this eggnog variation uses amaretto and vodka. Garnishes of caramel syrup and a peppermint stick add some extra holiday flair. This Italian eggnog recipe from Betty Crocker might be our new favorite after-dinner drink for the holidays.
1 ounce amaretto
1 ounce vodka
2 ounces eggnog
maraschino cherries
cinnamon
brown sugar
caramel syrup
candy cane and cinnamon stick (optional garnish)
For directions, click here.
Welcome to Willow Lane Cabinetry — the #1 place to buy affordable, semi-custom cabinets online! Let us help you create the kitchen, home office, home bar, laundry room, TV room, or bath of your dreams with our 100% free room design tool. We offer solid wood cabinetry, fully assembled and delivered for free. Plus all the accessories you need to complete your remodel. Visit our website to see our products today!