| Drink | Instant eggnog with rum |
| Rum | 2 dl Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva |
| Ice cream | 4 scoops of good vanilla cream ice cream |
| Spices | 1 pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg |
| Ice for blending | 8 ice cubes |
| Time | About 1 minute in the blender |
| Served | In small wine glasses, with grated nutmeg |
METHOD
Blend all ingredients with 8 ice cubes for about 1 minute, or until only very small ice crystals are left and the drink is smooth without lumps. Pour the drink into small wine glasses and grate nutmeg over the top.
Eggnog history: from posset to Christmas cocktail
We have not found any documented history for this instant version. Eggnog itself has a long one, though. Wikipedia writes that it may come from posset, a spiced hot milk drink curdled with wine or ale, popular from medieval times to the 19th century. In Britain it was mostly a drink for the wealthy, because milk, eggs and sherry were luxuries.
The first recorded use of the word eggnog is from 1775, and in 1788 it appears in print in the New-Jersey Journal. In the 18th century the drink crossed to the British colonies in America, where rum, cheaper than brandy and wine, became a common ingredient. Wikipedia also mentions Tom and Jerry from the 1820s, a hot eggnog with brandy and rum, and the Eggnog Riot at West Point in 1826. There are many variants around the world, such as coquito in Puerto Rico and rompope in Mexico.
Our instant eggnog and the classic
| | Our recipe and classic eggnog |
| Base | Vanilla cream ice cream (ours) / a cream (classic, according to our text) |
| Alcohol | Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva, 2 dl (ours) / varies, brandy, rum or whiskey (Wikipedia) |
| Time | About 1 minute in a blender (ours) / the cream has to be made first (our text) |
Our version skips the cream and lets the ice cream do the work. The better the ice cream, the better the drink, as we say in the recipe.
About Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva
| | Facts about the rum |
| Country | Venezuela |
| Strength | 40 percent |
| Distillation | 80 percent pot still and 20 percent column (Difford's Guide) |
| Age | The rums in the blend are up to 12 years old (Difford's Guide) |
| Producer | Destilerias Unidas S.A. (DUSA) |
| Master blender | Tito Cordero |
| Taste | Coffee, milk chocolate, liquorice, orange peel and brown sugar (Difford's Guide) |
According to Difford's Guide, Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva was launched in 2004. Some of the rum is mixed with a little cane sugar before blending, which gives it a touch of sweetness. That fits our own description: rich, sweet and fruity.
About the ingredients in your eggnog
The rum is Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva. If you want more from the same house, you will find them under Diplomatico Rum. Vanilla ice cream, cinnamon and nutmeg you can pick up at your ordinary grocery store.
Tips for your eggnog
Pick a vanilla ice cream you would happily eat on its own, because it is the whole base of the drink. Grate the nutmeg just before serving so the scent is fresh. Serve it very cold in small glasses. More ideas for your home bar are under cocktail equipment for the home bar.
Our verdict on instant eggnog
This is a Christmas cocktail for those who want eggnog without making a cream. It is quick, and Diplomático gives it depth with its nutty and spicy character. It is sweet, so small glasses suit it well.
Frequently asked questions about instant eggnog recipe
What is instant eggnog?
A quick version of eggnog where the cream is replaced by vanilla ice cream. This one is made with Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva, cinnamon and nutmeg.
What goes into an instant eggnog recipe?
2 dl Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva, 4 scoops of good vanilla cream ice cream, 1 pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg. Plus 8 ice cubes for the blending.
How do you make eggnog with rum?
Blend all ingredients with 8 ice cubes for about 1 minute, until only very small ice crystals are left and the drink is smooth without lumps. Pour into small wine glasses and grate nutmeg over the top.
Does this eggnog need eggs?
Not according to the recipe. There are no eggs on the ingredient list. The vanilla ice cream replaces the cream you normally make.
Where does eggnog come from?
According to Wikipedia, eggnog may come from posset, a spiced hot milk drink curdled with wine or ale. It was popular in Britain before it crossed to the British colonies in the 18th century.
Why do Americans drink eggnog at Christmas?
Wikipedia notes that eggnog is traditionally drunk in the US and Canada from Thanksgiving through the Christmas season. Our recipe text says that for many Americans it is not Christmas without it.
Which rum is Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva?
A Venezuelan rum at 40 percent. According to Difford's Guide it is a blend of 80 percent pot still and 20 percent column distilled rum, and the rums in it are aged up to 12 years.
Why does Diplomático work in eggnog?
We describe the rum as rich, sweet and fruity, with a nutty and spicy character. That goes well with vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Can I use another rum?
Yes, but the taste changes with the rum. Look through our rum recipes and our Diplomático rum for other dark rums.
How many glasses does it make?
The recipe lists 2 dl rum and 4 scoops of ice cream. It is served in small wine glasses, so count on a couple of them.
Read more about cocktails
Find more cocktails with rum and all our drink recipes here at Whisky.dk. Also try Dark and Stormy or Pina Colada. You can also read Wikipedia about eggnog.
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