Eggnog Coffee Cocktail
A cozy and creamy holiday drink blending rich eggnog with bold coffee, optionally spiked with rum, and topped with nutmeg for a festive touch.
Equipment
- Coffee maker
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mug or heatproof glass
- Microplane or fine grater
- Spoon: For stirring.
Ingredients
- 4 oz hot brewed coffee or 2 shots espresso
- 4 oz prepared eggnog store-bought or homemade
- 1-2 oz rum dark or spiced, optional
- 1 tsp sugar or sweetener optional, adjust to taste
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg for garnish
- whipped cream optional for topping
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of coffee or pull two shots of espresso.
- Heat eggnog in a small saucepan on medium-low, stirring until warm but not boiling.
- Pour hot coffee into a mug, then add in the warmed eggnog.
- If using rum and sugar, stir them in until dissolved.
- Top with whipped cream if desired.
- Sprinkle ground nutmeg over the top for garnish.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Freshly grated nutmeg offers a much better aroma than pre-ground. For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of drip coffee. Rum is optional for a non-alcoholic version. Homemade eggnog adds richness but store-bought works perfectly.