Name: Old Fashioned Homemade Eggnog with Blue Chair Bay Rum
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Drinks
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 to 1 1/2 cups Blue Chair Bay Spiced Rum; Freshly grated nutmeg & cinnamon, for serving

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We sat out to make an old fashioned homemade eggnog using Blue Chair Bay Spiced Rum, and oh my goodness! It’s delicious! It’s creamy, spiced perfectly, and tastes just like Christmas in a glass!

Did you know traditional egg nog started in England in the 17th Century and was made with eggs, milk, and alcohol? The alcohol is why it’s called “nog”.

Originally, they used sherry or brandy, but Americans put their own spin on it by using rum or whiskey!

While you can grab a carton of pre-made eggnog at the store, this Old Fashioned Homemade Eggnog is so worth making!! Not only does it taste better, but it also doesn’t contain fillers or overly produced ingredients like high fructose corn syrup or carrageenan.

What is the traditional alcohol in eggnog?

Traditionally eggnog is made with sherry or brandy, but you can also use whiskey, bourbon, or spiced rum. The higher alcohol levels help cut the sweetness of the creamy drink and balance it out. Whatever alcohol you pick, you can use an affordable brand and still get the same flavor. (No need to go top shelf on this one!).

What is the best thing to mix with eggnog?

Bourbon
Rye
Aged rum
Irish whiskey
Blended Scotch whisky
Brandy
Sherry

Why is eggnog bad for you?

Eggnog is high in calories and fat, so it’s best to drink it in moderation. To give you an idea of what you’re drinking, one store bought cup of nog has 350 calories and 149 mg of cholesterol!

Should you drink eggnog? What about the raw eggs?

Old fashioned egg nog like this one has raw eggs in it. You’ll want to decide if you want to cook your eggs or not, but we did find some great articles on egg safety and salmonella to help you decide if “raw nog” is for you!

Can you get drunk off eggnog?

If the eggnog contains alcohol, you can definitely get drunk from it if you drink enough of it.

How long does old fashioned homemade eggnog last?

Before researching how to make old fashioned egg nog, I had no idea that it’s best to age your eggnog before drinking it!

We found that it’s best to age your eggnog for 3 weeks! With that said, this recipe can be made even the same day of your party and taste good!

If you want to try aging your eggnog, you’ll make it the same way as outlined below, and then put it into an airtight, sealed, glass container and refrigerate.

Why Blue Chair Bay Spiced Rum?

Honestly, they didn’t sponsor this post; we just love their rums! Their spiced rum has sweet vanilla and fiery cinnamon flavors which work so well with this eggnog recipe, but you can use any spiced rum!

What You’ll Need

6 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 to 1 1/2 cups spiced rum (We love Blue Chair)
Freshly grated cinnamon, for serving

You’ll also want to have:

Mixing bowls
Whisk
Mixer (hand or stand mixer is great!)

How do you make eggnog from scratch?

Start by separating your eggs — put your yolks in a medium bowl and the egg whites in a large bowl. Cover the whites and refrigerate until needed.
Add the sugar to the yolks and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. It should be a light yellow color.
Next, add in your in the milk, cream, and spiced rum with a whisk until completely mixed.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Now, in your other bowl, whisk the egg whites in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer at high speed until the whites form stiff peaks.
Fold the egg whites into the eggnog. Transfer the beaten egg whites to the bowl with the eggnog and gently fold or stir the whites into the base. It should be frothy and creamy.
Pour into a punch bowl, pitcher, or glass. If you’re letting the eggnog age for more than a couple of days, it should go into a sealed glass container or mason jar.

Yield: 6