Holiday Spiced Nog

This delightful cocktail blends the traditional flavors of egg nog with a spirited kick of rum, bourbon, and cognac. The rich combination of heavy cream, maple syrup, and nutmeg creates a festive and indulgent libation perfect for the holiday season. Serve this Spiked Egg Nog at your next gathering and watch as it becomes an instant favorite among your guests.

Holiday Spiced Nog

A festive and indulgent holiday cocktail with rum, bourbon, cognac, heavy cream, maple syrup, and nutmeg.

4.06 from 20 votes
Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, separated
  • 1/10 cup dark rum (overproof, if desired)
  • 1/10 cup Bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1/10 cup VS or VSOP Cognac
  • 1/10 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon dark maple syrup
  • 1/4 of a whole nutmeg seed

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, rum, whiskey, cognac, cream, and maple syrup until fully combined.
  3. Grate all the nutmeg into the yolk mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites in 3 batches, mixing well after each addition, until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a sealable container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to chill. Stir thoroughly before serving.
  6. Ladle the cocktail into small cups and garnish with additional grated nutmeg.