Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Eggnog

Nothing says Christmas like Eggnog or Mulled Wine. (Recipe for the latter in the drinks section).
The first time I heard about eggnog was when I was a teenager watching a Christmas movie. What was that drink that they were talking about? For many years I was fascinated with it and when I moved to the UK a few years ago, I was on a mission to discover THE recipe. What I learned is that in the old recipes, no ingredients saw heat. These days, with a lot of people freaking out over raw eggs, the liquids are heated up with the eggs. It just looses out on freshness.
Some people skip the booze. WHY?? Except if you are attending the AA, it is a must ingredient and it's the season for spoiling yourself. Over indulging eggnog is not a good idea. You apparently feel it for days... Must be the cream.


Ingredients for 4 servings. Prep time 15 min.
Prior to making this, make sure all the ingredients are very cold.

• 2 Organic Eggs, no free range or basics.
• 60 gr Light brown Sugar.
• 200 ml Double Cream, preferably organic.
• 200 ml Whole Milk, preferably organic.
• A good pinch of grated Nutmeg, ground Nutmeg will also do.
• 80 ml Rum. I sometimes use Cointreau instead when I feel like a change.

1. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and the sugar until pale and frothy. Use an electric mixer, it's just easier and pain free. You need that arm to drink.
2. Gradually add the cream, milk, rum and nutmeg while still whisking.
3. Taste. Add more alcohol if you need an extra kick.
4. It can be made in advance. Keep in the fridge and re-whisk before serving.

Cheers.