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Indulge in holiday cheer with creamy Spiked Eggnog! This caramel-infused recipe is festive, rich, and perfect for every celebration.
Eggnog Cocktail with RumChata
There's no better drink to celebrate the holiday season than our Spiked Eggnog Cocktail. Like our famous Gin Fizz Cocktail, this spiked eggnog recipe is a signature holiday sip that everyone can enjoy. It combines eggnog, RumChata, Cinnamon Whiskey, and that all-important caramel drizzle. And it.s designed to be made in a pitcher that serves 4 to 5, so you have plenty to go around. No need for a cocktail shaker!
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Ingredients
- RUMCHATA: this creamy liqueur contains dairy cream, Caribbean rum, and Mexican spice. It is perfect companion to eggnog.
- CINNAMON WHISKEY: we like Fireball Whiskey or Fire Water
- EGGNOG: we used store bought eggnog, but you can use homemade eggnog also
- CINNAMON: ground cinnamon
- RIMMING SUGAR: we like sweet cinnamon vanilla rimming sugar to complement this cocktail (optional)
- ICE: crushed ice works best
- CARAMEL SYRUP: we like a squeeze bottle type, like Ghirardelli Caramel Flavored Sauce. This is the best consistency to stick to the glass.
- CINNAMON STICKS: (optional) for garnish
*see recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small pitcher, combine RumChata, Cinnamon Whiskey, and eggnog. Mix.
- Drizzle the caramel syrup into the glass to allow it to drip down the sides.
- Pour the cocktails: fill glasses halfway with ice and top with drink mixture.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon
- Make a Cinnamon Sugar Rim: Rim glasses with cinnamon vanilla rimming sugar.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick (optional).
🔪 Top Tip
If the alcohol is floating on the top, it means you have not mixed the drink enough. Stir the mixture together well in the pitcher until it is thoroughly combined.
What alcohol goes best in eggnog?
We are partial to the RumChata and cinnamon whiskey combination, but here are some other spirits that pair well with eggnog:
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- RUM (spiced rum or coconut rum is best)
- BOURBON
- WHISKEY
- BRANDY
- FLAVORED VODKA (we like vanilla or spiced orange)
- IRISH CREAM (Bailey's)
🍸 More holiday cocktail recipes
- Festive Empress Gin Fizz: our most popular holiday cocktail, this sweet and sparkling stunner is made with fresh cranberries and ginger beer
- Sparkling Cranberry Cider Cocktail: nothing says "Christmas Cocktail" like this cranberry cider drink
- Red Russian: this vodka cocktail is the perfect shade of holiday red. Garnish it with a sprig of fresh rosemary
- Violet Femme Sparkling Purple Gin Cocktail: this sparkling champagne cocktail made with Empress Gin and Elderflower liqueur is an elevated holiday sip.
- Clementine Champagne Cocktail: A drink worthy of celebration, this sweet & bubbly champagne cocktail is an elegant sip of sunshine
Variations
- JUST RUM: no RumChata? No problem. Substitute spiced rum.
- MOCKTAIL: omit the booze. Add a splash of vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir it up, rim the glass with cinnamon sugar, and drizzle with caramel syrup.
- DAIRY FREE: use coconut milk or almond milk
- TOP IT OFF: for a festive look, top with crushed candy canes or shaved chocolate.
FAQ
Spiked eggnog is a festive holiday drink made by adding alcohol, like rum, bourbon, or brandy, to traditional eggnog for a rich, creamy cocktail. We like RumChata for its spicy, creamy flavor.
We like RumChata, spiced rum, bourbon, or brandy for spiked eggnog, but you can also try whiskey, or liqueurs like Baileys for a unique twist.
Yes! Spiked eggnog can be made up to 3 days ahead. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
Homemade spiked eggnog can last 2-3 days when stored in the fridge, while store-bought varieties may last longer. Always check for freshness.
Sprinkle freshly grated nutmeg, cinnamon, or cocoa powder on top. Add whipped cream, a cinnamon stick, or a candy cane for a festive touch.
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Spiked Eggnog recipe
Indulge in holiday cheer with creamy Spiked Eggnog! This caramel-infused recipe is festive, rich, and perfect for every celebration.
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 4-5 drinks 1x
Ingredients
This drink is designed to be made in a small 4-5 drink batch:
- 8 oz RumChata
- 4 oz Fire Water (or cinnamon flavored whiskey)
- 20 oz eggnog
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ice
- caramel syrup
- Cinnamon Vanilla Rimming Sugar (optional)
Instructions
- In a small pitcher, combine rum chata, fire water, and egg nog. Mix.
- Drizzle the caramel syrup into the glass to allow it to drip down the sides.
- Fill glass halfway with ice and top with drink mixture.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon
- (Optional) rim garnish of cinnamon sugar and a cinnamon stick.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: n/a
- Category: drinks and cocktails
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 281
- Sugar: 12.8 g
- Sodium: 78.2 mg
- Fat: 4.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.7 g
- Protein: 5.3 g
- Cholesterol: 66.9 mg
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Jackie says
This cocktail is creamy dreamy! It's easy to make and that cinnamon sugar rim tops it off perfectly! Our friends love it!