COCKTAILS | EGG NOG | BAD BIRDY
Who needs some eggnog this holiday season?! My friends at @bruichladdich and I have a fantastic recipe for you! There’s nothing like an eggnog from scratch and it’s simple to make! The Classic Laddie pairs perfectly with this holiday favorite, see below for the full recipe.
Ingredients:
· 1.5oz @bruichladdich The Classic Laddie
· 6 egg yolks
· 6 egg whites
· 1/3 cup sugar
· 2 cups of whole milk
· 1 cup of heavy cream
· 1 tsp of nutmeg
· 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
· 1 tsp Madagascar Vanilla Extract
Method:
1. In a bowl, beat the yolks and gradually add the 1/3 cup of sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and Madagascar Vanilla Extract. Continue to beat until its completely dissolved and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream and just bring to a boil. Stir the mixture occasionally. Remove from heat.
3. Gradually temper the hot mixture into the egg yolk mixture. Then return everything to the pot and cook the entire mixture together until it starts to thicken (160 degrees).
4. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the egg whites to soft peaks and gradually add 1 tbsp of sugar. Whisk the egg whites into the chilled mixture.
5. Add 1.5oz @bruichladdich The Classic Laddie for each glass of eggnog.