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Creamy Bourbon Eggnog

A delightful holiday drink featuring a rich and creamy texture with a perfect balance of spices and a warming kick from bourbon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Drink
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Eggnog Base
  • 4 large Eggs Separate yolks and whites
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 cups Milk Use whole milk for a fuller flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 cup Bourbon
  • 3 tablespoons Sugar Adjust to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they turn a light yellow.
  3. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and continue to whisk until well blended.
  4. Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream while mixing.
  5. Stir in the ground ginger, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Add the bourbon and sugar, then taste the mixture and adjust the sugar according to preference.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the eggnog mixture.
  8. Refrigerate the eggnog for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Serve your creamy bourbon eggnog in festive glasses, garnished with nutmeg or a cinnamon stick. It pairs beautifully with sweet treats like gingerbread cookies. Can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.