Brandy Egg Nog Holiday Cocktail

It isn’t Christmas without egg nog! by apronmadness

This recipe requires a little extra work compared with some, but it’s worth it. So put on your Holiday Apron & start mixing.
It uses cream, bourbon and brandy — so it’s rich and packs a punch. You can substitute other liquors, such as another type of whiskey or rum.

Rich Bourbon-Brandy Egg Nog
8 eggs

3/4 cup sugar

1/8 tsp. salt

2 1/2 cups heavy cream

2 cups milk

1 tbs. vanilla extract

1/2 tsp. nutmeg (fresh-grated if possible)

1/2 cup bourbon

1/2 cup brandy

Separate two of the eggs. Whisk together six whole eggs, two egg yolks, sugar and salt.

Heat two cups of the heavy cream with all of the milk over medium-low heat. Whisk in one cup of the milk-cream into the egg mixture. Then pour this into the rest of the milk-cream mixture and continue to cook, stirring until the mixture thickens — about 3 to 5 minutes.

Remove the pan from the stove and strain the through a fine-mesh sieve. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Add the vanilla, nutmeg, bourbon and brandy and stir. Beat two egg whites to soft peaks in a clean

mixing bowl and fold them in. In a separate bowl, beat 1/2 cup cream to soft peaks and fold that in. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Then you’re done! Pour into a pitcher or bowl and garnish individual servings with nutmeg.

Ginger Snap Martini Christmas Holiday Recipes

Ginger Snap Martini
by Apronmadness

This Ginger Snap Martini is a very interesting seasonal cocktail, is a mixture of all the flavors and spices we associate with the cold days of winter. Intriguing Martini you'll want to share at any winter or Holiday party.

Ingredients:
1 part Vodka
1/2 part Amaretto
1/2 part simple syrup
1/2 part molasses
2 1/4 part thick slices of fresh ginger
pinch of cinnamon
pinch of clove
pinch of allspice
crystallized ginger for garnish

Preparation:
In the bottom of a cocktail shaker place the ginger, molasses, simple syrup and spices; muddle well.
Add ice and the rest of the ingredients.
Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosted and beaded with sweat.
Strain into prepared cocktail glass.

Frostini, Holiday Drinks and Cocktail Recipes

Holiday Cocktails for your Christmas Party

by www.apronmadness.com

The holidays are a favorite time of year for many people. This cheery season is filled with parties and events that bring the spirit of the season out in everyone.



As a part of these festivities there are some wonderful drinks that you can serve that fit the holiday theme perfectly. Traditional warm drinks are a great place to start and we cannot forget the wonders of eggnog (a drink that should be on everyone's Christmas list). Beyond those Christmas classics, the drinks below make great additions to any party or casual holiday gathering. Happy Holidays!


Frostini
Imagine a chilly winter night, you're in the mood for something inviting, smooth and creamy with the tastes of the season. The Frostini is an excellent Martini option. Made with Starbucks' Cream and Coffee Liqueurs and a little peppermint schnapps, shaken and serve neat, maybe with a sprig of fresh mint. What could be better to warm you up and chill you out at the same time.

Ingredients:
1 part Starbucks Cream Liqueur
1 part Starbucks Coffee Liqueur
1/4 part DeKuyper Peppermint Schnapps
fresh mint sprig for garnish

Preparation:
Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake well.
Strain into a frozen cocktail glass.
Garnish with a sprig of mint.



Check back for the next few days for more great Holiday Drink Recipes.