Do you put rum or bourbon in eggnog?

While brandy is the most traditional alcohol to add in for eggnog, according to traditional recipes, you can also use a mixture of dark rum and Cognac. If you like your eggnog a little more boozy, you can also add bourbon, but we recommend sticking to rum and Cognac to preserve the ‘nog’s flavors.

What is the ratio of rum to eggnog?

5-to-1
Aim for a ratio of about 5-to-1 of eggnog to your selected spirit for the best flavor.

How much bourbon do you add to eggnog?

Add 1/4 to 3/4 cup of liquor per quart of eggnog (starting with the lower amount and adding more as needed). We like spiced rum, bourbon, or brandy best.

What bourbon is best for eggnog?

The Best Bourbons to Mix with Eggnog

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. 4.8 / 5 (129 reviews)
Honey Bourbon – 50ml Plastic Bottle.
Whiskey, 175 L (90 PF)
Colorado Bourbon Whiskey.
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 750ml Bottle.
Bourbon Whiskey – 175L Bottle.

What whiskey goes best with eggnog?

Best Alcohol for Eggnog: Bourbon. Rye.

Does whiskey go with eggnog?

Whiskey With Eggnog Some people are partial to whiskey over bourbon, or vice versa. The truth is, the both work just fine with a spiked eggnog. So if you have a cabinet full of whiskey, don’t bother buying bourbon — whiskey is every bit just as smokey and delicious.

What rum goes best in eggnog?

The Best Rums For Your Eggnog

10 Chairman’s Reserve Rum Original. 3.25. 3 out of 5 stars.
9 Ron Botran 8 Añejo Rum. 3.74. 3 out of 5 stars.
8 Havana Club 7 Year Rum. 3.69. 3 out of 5 stars.
7 Goslings Black Seal Rum. 3.55.
6 Appleton Estate Reserve Blend. 3.52.
5 Doorly’s XO Rum. 3.7.
4 El Dorado 12 Year Rum. 4.0.
3 Brugal 1888 Rum. 3.73.

How do you make homemade eggnog?

Add the sugar to the yolks and whisk by hand or with a mixer until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and lightened to a lemon-yellow color. Whisk in the milk, cream, and liquor (if using). Add the milk, cream, and liquor and whisk until combined. Cover and refrigerate.

What are some recipes for eggnog?

Combine milk, cloves, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and cinnamon in a saucepan, and heat over lowest setting for 5 minutes. Slowly bring milk mixture to a boil. In a large bowl, combine egg yolks and sugar. Whisk together until fluffy. Stir in rum, cream, 2 teaspoon vanilla, and nutmeg. Refrigerate overnight before serving.

What is eggnog recipe?

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Blend together the eggs, eggnog, rum extract, sugar, vanilla and butter. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Bake large loaf for 40 to 60 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean.

What is eggnog flavor?

Eggnog comes mostly in the one flavor, and that is a creamy, vanilla type of flavor that is very rich! There is also a hint of spice once you add the nutmeg.