Holiday Rum Delight
Eggnog is a classic holiday drink that gets a delightful twist with the addition of aged rum. This traditional recipe combines the richness of heavy cream, the warmth of rum, and the aromatic flavors of almond and vanilla extracts. The cocktail is then garnished with a sprinkle of grated nutmeg and cinnamon, adding a festive touch to the creamy concoction. It's a perfect beverage to enjoy during the holiday season and will surely be a hit at any gathering.
Holiday Rum Delight
A classic eggnog recipe with a delightful rum twist, creating a rich and flavorful holiday cocktail.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Ingredients
- 1 large egg (separated)
- 2 teaspoons superfine sugar (divided)
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp pure almond extract
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 oz aged rum
- Garnish: grated cinnamon
- Garnish: grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Separate the egg into two bowls.
- Using a hand mixer, beat the egg yolk until creamy.
- Beat the egg white with 1 teaspoon of sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg white and yolk together using a spoon.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream with the vanilla and almond extracts and the remaining 1 teaspoon of sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Add the rum to the cream mixture and stir gently.
- Slowly fold the cream into the egg mixture.
- Serve immediately in a punch or martini glass, over ice if desired.
- Garnish with grated nutmeg and cinnamon.