Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- In a large bowl or pitcher, whisk together the eggnog, heavy cream, whole milk, Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, and sea salt until smooth. Refrigerate for at least four hours, or overnight, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Pour into crystal punch bowl just before serving and float cinnamon sticks and candied orange peel on top.
- Serve in punch cups alongside bourbon and dark rum for custom additions.
Notes
The Holiday Spirits Bar
Rather than adding alcohol to the entire bowl, invite guests to customize each serving.
Offer:
• 1½ ounces Bourbon for a rich, caramel finish
• 1½ ounces Dark Rum for warm molasses and spice notes Finish each cup with freshly grated nutmeg and a cinnamon stick. This allows children and guests who prefer a nonalcoholic beverage to enjoy the same beautiful punch. Jorj's Tip Make the punch base the day before your party. Like many holiday recipes, the flavors become smoother and more balanced after resting overnight. Wait until serving time to pour it into your punch bowl, then garnish with freshly grated nutmeg for the most inviting aroma. For an elegant presentation, chill the punch bowl before filling it and place it on a silver tray surrounded by evergreen boughs, pinecones, and candlelight. Hosting a Crowd For 20 guests, prepare: • 16 cups eggnog
• 4 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup
• 4 teaspoons vanilla
• 2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon Offer two bottles each of bourbon and dark rum on the side, along with a bowl of freshly grated nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, and candied orange peel so guests can personalize their drinks.
• 1½ ounces Dark Rum for warm molasses and spice notes Finish each cup with freshly grated nutmeg and a cinnamon stick. This allows children and guests who prefer a nonalcoholic beverage to enjoy the same beautiful punch. Jorj's Tip Make the punch base the day before your party. Like many holiday recipes, the flavors become smoother and more balanced after resting overnight. Wait until serving time to pour it into your punch bowl, then garnish with freshly grated nutmeg for the most inviting aroma. For an elegant presentation, chill the punch bowl before filling it and place it on a silver tray surrounded by evergreen boughs, pinecones, and candlelight. Hosting a Crowd For 20 guests, prepare: • 16 cups eggnog
• 4 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup
• 4 teaspoons vanilla
• 2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon Offer two bottles each of bourbon and dark rum on the side, along with a bowl of freshly grated nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, and candied orange peel so guests can personalize their drinks.