The Real Nog

An acquaintance was asking on Twitter what the best booze for nog is, which reminded me I should post this "real nog" recipe! (both recipes courtesy of Velvet Tango Room, via my Dad :) )

Single Serving

1 Egg

0.5 Oz. Simple Syrup

2.5 Oz. Hvy Cream (or Half & Half)

1.5 Oz. Rum

0.5 Oz. Brandy

2–3 Drops Vanilla Extract

Shake all ingredients in shaker filled with ice. Pour off and add ice cubes to cinnamon & sugar lined (rimmed) glass. Top with grated nutmeg.

For a crowd

2 c heavy whipping cream

3/4 c brandy

6 eggs

2/3 c sugar or less depending on preference

1/2 tsp Madagascar vanilla

1/4 tsp nutmeg, freshly grated

2 c milk

1/3 c dark rum

1) Chill everything!

2) Using a stand mixer or blender, beat eggs til frothy.

3) Add sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Slowly mix in liquor.

4) Slowly add cream and milk.

5) Garnish with nutmeg and serve!