National Eggnog Day: Try This Scottish Eggnog with Drambuie

Christmas Eve is National Eggnog Day. We’ve got the perfect recipe for the adults in your family. It’s a Scottish take on the classic cocktail.

There’s really nothing quite like enjoying a glass of eggnog by the fire during the holidays. Since today is National Eggnog Day, we’re celebrating with one of our favorite eggnog recipes. Add Drambuie, a unique blend of aged Scotch whisky with a secret combination of spices, heather honey and herbs, to this holiday drink.

Try out the recipe below and don’t forget to share. Maybe even same some for Santa!

Scottish Eggnog:

12 parts Drambuie
4 egg yolks
4 egg whites
1 pint heavy cream
1 cup heavy cream
2 dash vanilla
1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
Optional: 4 parts of Glenfiddich

In a bowl, beat the egg yolks until the color lightens. Add the Drambuie, milk, cream, nutmeg and vanilla. Place the egg whites in a bowl and beat into stiff peaks. Whisk the egg whites into the mixture. Chill in the fridge one, two, or three days, serve in a punch bowl and sprinkle with grated nutmeg.