Martha Stewart's Boozy Eggnog - Bay Country 94.5/92.1

It’s that time of the year for delicious holiday drinks. And Martha Stewart is revealing her recipe for her famous eggnog. The recipe calls for bourbon, cognac, dark rum, heavy cream, and a dozen eggs. She also shared the recipe for her Noel Nut Balls, which also can include liquor. The recipe serves 26.

Ingredients

12 large eggs, separated
1 1/2 cups superfine sugar
1 1/2 quarts heavy cream
1 quart whole milk
3 cups bourbon, such as Maker’s Mark
1/2 cup dark rum, such as Mount Gay
2 cups cognac, such as Rémy Martin Grand Cru
Freshly grated nutmeg, for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a very large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and pale yellow. Gradually add sugar to yolks. With a wire whisk, beat in milk and 1 quart cream. Add bourbon, rum, and cognac, stirring constantly.
Step 2

Just before serving, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into mixture. Whip remaining heavy cream until stiff and fold in. Sprinkle with nutmeg.