Aged Eggnog Delight

This Aged Eggnog Delight is a rich and decadent holiday cocktail that combines the flavors of bourbon, brandy, dark rum, and heavy cream. The mixture of egg yolks, sugar, and a blend of spirits is aged for at least 3 weeks, allowing the flavors to evolve and become more complex. When ready to serve, it's topped with homemade whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg, creating a dessert-like milkshake for adults.

Aged Eggnog Delight

A rich and decadent holiday cocktail with aged flavors of 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
  • 2/3 cup 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 (I prefer Bulleit)
  • 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 4 egg yolks and 2/3 cup of sugar until creamy.
  2. Add 1 1/3 cups whole milk, 1/3 cup heavy cream, 2 1/2 oz bourbon, 1/4 cup Cognac or Brandy, and 2 tbsp dark rum. Stir until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a one-gallon glass jar with a lid, seal well, 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.