How to Make Traditional Eggnog

Eggnog is typically an alcoholic holiday drink, served chilled or at room temperature. This traditional version uses raw eggs; if you are concerned about the safety of raw eggs, see “How to Make Alcoholic Eggnog,” which cooks the nog. This recipe serves six.

Step 1

In a large bowl, separate the egg yolks from the whites, and save the whites for later use.

Step 2

Beat yolks until foamy and add sugar and 1 tsp. of the salt

Step 3

Continue beating the mixture until thick.

Step 4

Slowly beat in whisky, brandy or rum, milk and half-and-half.

Step 5

Refrigerate mixture for at least 2 hours.

Step 6

Add ¼ teaspoon salt to the egg whites and beat until stiff.

Step 7

For each drink, shake 2 tbsp. of the mixture, 2 oz. liquor and 3 oz. whole milk in a cocktail shaker for 10 seconds.

Step 8

For each drink, shake 2 tbsp. of the mixture, 2 oz. liquor and 3 oz. whole milk in a cocktail shaker for 10 seconds.

Step 9

Strain into chilled Irish coffee cups.

Step10

Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Ingredients

• cocktail shaker
• 6 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• grated nutmeg
• 1 pint half-and-half
• 3 cups Irish whiskey or brandy or rum (divided)
• 1-1/4 tsp. salt (divided)
• 1 pint plus 18 oz. whole milk (divided)