Aged Holiday Nog

Just when you thought you couldn't improve on Homemade Eggnog - there's "Aged" Eggnog! The flavors of bourbon, brandy, dark rum, and heavy cream evolve over time and become more richly complex. This festive holiday cocktail is a dessert-like milkshake for adults.

Aged Holiday Nog

A rich and complex holiday cocktail with bourbon, brandy, dark rum, and heavy cream.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 4 Egg Yolks from pasteurized Eggs
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1 1/3 cups Whole Milk
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Cognac or Brandy
  • 2 tbsp Meyer's Dark Rum
  • 2 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • 1/4 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • Pinch of Ground Nutmeg
  • Pinch of Kosher Salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 4 egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of sugar until creamy.
  2. Add the whole milk, heavy cream, bourbon, cognac or brandy, dark rum, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a sealed glass jar and store in the refrigerator for at least 3 weeks and up to 1 year.
  4. When ready to serve, top with homemade whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg.