What Is Eggnog, Really! Find Out & Try This Easy & Delicious Recipe! Holidays Beverages

Eggnog (also known as milk punch) is a cold, creamy, sweet drink made with milk or cream, sugar, whipped eggs and alcohol (usually bourbon, brandy or rum). You can add a dash of vanilla or a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the rich concoction. While the origins of eggnog are debated, many think eggnog originated from the early medieval Britain “posset,” a milky ale drink, according to TIME magazine. Ready to try eggnog? Try this easy blender recipe!

You'll need:

• 2 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 1/3 cups milk
• 1/3 cup white sugar
• 1/3 cup rum
• 1/3 cup bourbon
• 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Here's how you make it:

1. Put the eggs and egg yolks in a blender. Start to blend on low speed.
2. Slowly add the sugar and blend until combined.
3. Pour the milk slowly into the egg/sugar mixture, then rum and bourbon. Blend for 1 minute.
4. Add the cream and nutmeg. Blend until frothy.

Refrigerate eggnog at least one hour before serving.