If you’ve got a big group coming over for a Christmas lunch/dinner, you can save some time by whipping up one large batch of eggnog or mulled wine, rather than mix individual drinks for the guests. For this holiday classic, you’ll need:
For the mulled wine (serves 6) You’ll need:
- 750 ml red wine,
- 1 orange (zest and slices separated),
- ¼ cup of brandy,
- 8-10 cloves,
- 1/3 cup honey,
- 3 cinnamon sticks,
- 2 tsp ground ginger
Combine all ingredients in a large vessel and place on low/medium heat for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally until all the honey is dissolved. Strain or carefully pour the wine into mugs and enjoy.
For the eggnog (serves 12) You’ll need:
- 500 ml bourbon,
- 450 ml milk,
- 450 ml heavy cream,
- 12 eggs,
- ¾ cup sugar,
- nutmeg powder to taste
Once the ingredients are ready, start by separating the egg whites from the yolks. Next, beat the yolks until creamy, and whip in the sugar as well. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they stand in peaks (adding ¼ cup of additional sugar, if required). Pour the bourbon into the egg yolks and beat. Add the egg whites. Beat the cream and then add that as well as the milk to the egg and bourbon mix. Finish off with the nutmeg powder.
