Rich, creamy eggnog is a favorite holiday indulgence, and adding some booze makes it a truly decadent, grown-up treat. This formula for spiked eggnog (we hesitate to call it a recipe) includes both dark rum (or bourbon) and cognac. The combination cuts the richness of the eggnog without adding an overwhelming alcoholic flavor.
How to Make Spiked Eggnog
Making a homemade version of the eggnog itself is easy enough, but with so many other dishes to prepare around the holidays, we opt to start with a good-quality, store-bought brand.
- Stir the eggnog, rum, and cognac together in a pitcher.
- Pour into six glasses and garnish with a pinch each of ground nutmeg and cinnamon.
- Add a cinnamon stick if desired.
A Bit of Eggnog History
Spiked eggnog has been around for centuries, with early versions dating all the way back to medieval Britain. The word “nog” is an Old English term for ale, and the first recipes, served by monks, were likely spiked with sherry or red wine. It wasn’t until eggnog made its way to America that rum entered the picture, and our founding father George Washington even wrote down his own favorite blend for the history books. His recipe included not just rum but brandy, sherry, and whiskey (sounds like quite the stress reliever)!
More Holiday Cocktails to Try
- Cranberry Moscow Mule
- Holiday Old Fashioned
- Spiced Orange Champagne Cocktail
- Rosemary Gin and Tonic
- Hot Buttered Rum
Spiked Eggnog
Ingredients
- 1 quart prepared eggnog
- 3 ounces dark rum, or bourbon
- 2 ounces cognac
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- Freshly ground nutmeg
- Cinnamon stick for garnish, (optional)
Instructions
- Stir the eggnog, rum, and cognac together in a pitcher.
- Pour into six glasses and garnish with a pinch each of ground nutmeg and cinnamon.
- Add a cinnamon stick if desired.
Jacquie says
Will try it tonight, sounds delicious.!