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Eggnog Cocktail Recipes

Author: Veena Azmanov
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Calories: 18
Adjust Servings Here: 11 servings

Description

Eggnog cocktails are the perfect way to elevate your holiday celebrations, whether you’re using homemade eggnog or a store-bought favorite. From warm and comforting drinks to cool and creamy indulgences, these eight cocktails showcase the versatility of this festive classic. Simple to make yet delightfully impressive, they’re sure to bring holiday cheer to any gathering!

Ingredients 

1. Eggnog Martini

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Vodka
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Amaretto or vanilla liqueur
  • Ground nutmeg or cinnamon (for garnish)

2 .Eggnog White Russian

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Vodka
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Coffee liqueur e.g. Kahlúa
  • Ice
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish optional

3. Baileys Eggnog Cocktail

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Baileys Irish Cream
  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Vodka or whiskey optional for an extra kick
  • Ground nutmeg for garnish

4. Spiced Rum Eggnog

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Spiced rum
  • ½ oz (14 ml) Dark rum optional for more depth
  • ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
  • Cinnamon stick for garnish

5. Classic Eggnog with Bourbon and Rum

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Bourbon
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Dark rum
  • Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish

6. Spiced Brandy Eggnog

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 2 oz (60 ml) Brandy
  • ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
  • Cinnamon stick for garnish

7. Chocolate Peppermint Eggnog Martini

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Vodka
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Peppermint schnapps
  • 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup plus extra for glass rim
  • Crushed candy canes for garnish

8. Eggnog Hot Toddy

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Eggnog
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Bourbon or whiskey
  • ½ oz (14 g) Honey
  • ½ oz (14 ml) Lemon juice
  • 4 oz (115 ml) Hot water
  • Lemon slice and cinnamon stick for garnish

9 Caramel Eggnog Cocktail

  • 2 oz Eggnog
  • 1 oz Caramel vodka or regular vodka with a drizzle of caramel sauce
  • ½ oz Butterscotch schnapps
  • Caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Whipped cream and a pinch of sea salt optional for garnish

10. Chocolate Eggnog Cocktail

  • 2 oz Eggnog
  • 1 oz Chocolate liqueur e.g. Godiva or crème de cacao
  • 1 oz Vodka or spiced rum
  • 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

11. Cherry Eggnog Cocktail

  • 2 oz Eggnog
  • 1 oz Cherry liqueur e.g. Luxardo or cherry brandy or grenadine
  • 1 oz Vodka optional for extra strength
  • Whipped cream optional for topping
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions

  • Eggnog Martini - In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine eggnog, vodka, amaretto, and heavy cream. Shake vigorously until chilled. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass. Sprinkle ground nutmeg on top before serving.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Vodka, 1 oz Amaretto or vanilla liqueur, Ground nutmeg or cinnamon (for garnish)
  • White Russian Eggnog Cocktail - In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine eggnog, vodka, and amaretto. Shake vigorously until chilled. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass. I prefer to put ice in a cocktail glass and add the coffee liquor and vodka, followed by eggnog. This gives unique layers that look pretty
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Vodka, 1 oz Coffee liqueur , Ice, Chocolate shavings
  • Baileys Eggnog Cocktail - Fill a shaker with ice and add Baileys, eggnog, and vodka or whiskey (if using). Shake well until chilled. Strain into a glass over ice or serve neat. Sprinkle with nutmeg before serving.
    2 oz Baileys Irish Cream, 2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Vodka or whiskey, Ground nutmeg
  • Spiced Rum Eggnog - In a shaker filled with ice, combine eggnog, spiced rum, dark rum, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Shake well and strain into a glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a pinch of nutmeg.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Spiced rum, 1/2 oz Dark rum, 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg, Cinnamon stick
  • Bourbon Rum Eggnog - Add eggnog, bourbon, and rum to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Bourbon, 1 oz Dark rum, Freshly grated nutmeg
  • Spice Brandy Eggnog - Combine eggnog, brandy, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a shaker. Shake well and pour into a glass over ice or serve neat. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.
    2 oz Eggnog, 2 oz Brandy, 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg, Cinnamon stick
  • Peppermint Chocolate Eggnog - Rim a martini glass with chocolate syrup and dip it in crushed candy canes. Shake eggnog, vodka, peppermint schnapps, and chocolate syrup with ice. Strain into the prepared glass.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Vodka, 1 oz Peppermint schnapps, 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup, Crushed candy canes
  • Eggnog Hot Toddy - In a heatproof mug, combine bourbon, honey, and lemon juice. Add eggnog and stir to mix. Pour in hot water and stir until smooth. Garnish with a lemon slice and a cinnamon stick.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Bourbon or whiskey, 1/2 oz Honey, 1/2 oz Lemon juice, 4 oz Hot water, Lemon slice and cinnamon stick
  • Caramel Eggnog - Rim a glass with caramel sauce and sprinkle a bit of sea salt on the rim (optional). Combine eggnog, caramel vodka, and butterscotch schnapps in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and pour into the prepared glass.Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce for a festive finish.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Caramel vodka , 1/2 oz Butterscotch schnapps, Caramel sauce, Whipped cream and a pinch of sea salt
  • Chocolate Eggnog Cocktail - In a shaker filled with ice, combine eggnog, chocolate liqueur, vodka or rum, and chocolate syrup. Shake well and strain into a glass. Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder. Serve immediately for a festive, indulgent treat.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Chocolate liqueur, 1 oz Vodka or spiced rum, 1 tbsp Chocolate syrup, Whipped cream , Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
  • Cherry Eggnog Cocktail - In a shaker filled with ice, combine eggnog, cherry liqueur or grenadine, and vodka (if using). Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry for a festive finish.
    2 oz Eggnog, 1 oz Cherry liqueur, 1 oz Vodka, Whipped cream, Maraschino cherry

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