Eggnog is a traditional drink from Scotland, a sweet combination of milk and eggs. This traditional European Christmas drink is usually prepared sweet, viscous, high-calorie. But it is also good on a hot summer day, based on cold or hot coffee.
Classic Coffee Eggnog
So, coffee eggnog to your attention! Coffee lovers will appreciate the rich taste and pleasant aroma of freshly brewed coffee with cinnamon. Do not do without one important component – cognac (or rum, brandy). Previously, this drink was especially popular with aristocrats who could afford to drink expensive alcohol.
Serving for 2 portions.
Preparation time: 10 min.
Ingredients:
- Ground coffee – 4 tsp.
- Eggs – 2 pcs.
- Milk – 200 ml
- Sugar – 2 tbsp.
- Cognac (or rum) – 30 g
- Whipped cream for decoration – 2 tbsp.
Step-By-Step Instruction
- Make 200 ml of strong coffee. It can be prepared in a geyser coffee maker, cezve, French press, filter coffee maker.
- Separate the whites from the yolks (you don’t need whites).
- Heat the milk to keep it warm but not boiling, and remove from the heat.
- Mix the yolks well with the sugar. Then, pour the mixture in hot milk, add hot coffee, cognac (you can also use rum in this recipe).
- Pour the resulting drink into two tall glasses, decorate with whipped cream. You can also sprinkle the drink with ground coffee or cinnamon.
Eggnog-Latte
Here is a detailed instruction on how to make eggnog latte popular in America!
Step-By-Step Instruction
- Accurately blend egg yolks, some almond milk, a spoon of honey, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
- Place the substance in a saucepan, put it on medium heat. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until the drink, becomes thicker.
- To make an eggnog latte, combine two servings of freshly brewed espresso and a pinch of nutmeg. This can be done with a blender or shaker.
- Serve hot. Pour an eggnog latte into your favorite cup, turn on your favorite Christmas music and enjoy!
And each of you can create your own recipe by substituting one type of alcohol for another, such as rum for vodka, or adding some fruit or nut syrup. You can please your loved ones with your coffee masterpiece.