January 8, 2024

Seasons Greetings

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Holiday cheer begins with the perfect recipe. Making our signature holiday beverage involves a combination of rich ingredients, proper technique, and, of course, a splash of spirits. Here's a simple recipe to make your holidays delicious and a bit more jovial:

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Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs, separated
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup bourbon (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup dark rum (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (plus extra for garnish)
• Pinch of salt

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Instructions:

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Separate the Eggs:

• Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks. Place the yolks in one bowl and the whites in another.

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Beat Egg Yolks with Sugar:

• In the bowl with the egg yolks, add the sugar. Beat together until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

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Add Milk, Cream, and Liquor:

• Gradually add in the whole milk, heavy cream, bourbon, and dark rum while continuously whisking. Stir in the vanilla extract and ground nutmeg.

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Chill the Mixture:

• Cover the mixture and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the eggnog to become well-chilled.

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Whip the Egg Whites:

• In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. This adds a light and frothy texture to the eggnog.

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Combine Egg Whites with Chilled Mixture:

• Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chilled eggnog mixture. This step ensures a creamy and airy consistency.

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Serve:

• Pour the eggnog into glasses and sprinkle a little ground nutmeg on top for garnish.

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Optional:

• Not necessary, but it's nice to age your eggnog for a few days to allow the flavors to meld even further. If you choose to do this, keep it refrigerated.

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Adjust the amount of bourbon and rum according to your personal taste preferences. The key is to strike a balance between the rich, creamy base and the warming, flavorful spirits. Enjoy your homemade adult eggnog responsibly!