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Classic Holiday Eggnog Punch Cocktail

Classic Holiday Eggnog Punch Cocktail Recipe
A creamy, festive holiday drink made with rich eggnog, warm spices, and spirits — perfect for sharing at gatherings.
John
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Serving Size 12 cups

Equipment

  • Large punch bowl or big mixing bowl
  • Sturdy whisk or electric hand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle
  • Grater for fresh nutmeg
  • Spatula or big spoon
  • Ice cream scoop (optional)
  • Glasses or mugs
  • Small bowl for separating eggs
  • Sieve (optional)

Ingredients

  • 6 large pasteurized eggs separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 cups whole milk or oat milk/almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1.5 cups dark rum or spiced rum or mix
  • 0.5 cup brandy or bourbon or cognac
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp freshly grated or ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup, optional
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream optional
  • cinnamon sticks for garnish
  • whipped cream for topping, optional

Instructions

  • Whisk the egg yolks with sugar in a large mixing bowl until creamy and pale yellow.
  • In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  • Slowly pour the heavy cream and milk into the yolk mixture, mixing as you go.
  • Add rum, brandy, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Fold the whipped egg whites into the mixture gently.
  • If desired, stir in a few scoops of vanilla ice cream for extra creaminess.
  • Pour everything into a big punch bowl.
  • Ladle the eggnog punch into glasses or mugs.
  • Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
  • Garnish each glass with a cinnamon stick if desired.

Notes

Use pasteurized eggs for safety. For dairy-free, swap in oat or almond milk. For lighter punch, reduce cream and increase milk. Keep cold with ice cream or refrigerate before serving. Offer extra nutmeg and cinnamon sticks for guests to garnish. For a kid-friendly version, skip the alcohol.