Cocktail College Eggnog
Dec 19, 2024
Join Aaron Goldfarb, a cocktail connoisseur and author, as he shares his love for eggnog, delving into its festive legacy and cultural significance. Discover the nuances of crafting the perfect batch, from ingredient selection to aging techniques. Aaron offers tips for achieving that silky texture and discusses the rise of homemade eggnog. With humor, he also explores variations using exotic ingredients and the unforgettable experience of serving this seasonal drink. Whether you prefer bourbon or cognac, get ready to elevate your holiday gatherings!
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Fresh Eggs, No Cooking
- Use fresh eggs in your eggnog; don't cook them.
- The chance of salmonella is low, and alcohol further mitigates the risk.
Store-Bought vs. Homemade
Store-bought eggnog is acceptable if needed, but homemade is superior. Many people, even children, enjoy non-alcoholic eggnog.
Historical Eggnog Aging
Even George Washington aged his eggnog. Aging eggnog, even for a year, makes it safer and enhances flavor complexity due to alcohol's effects.
