When asked what he looks forward to drinking on Thanksgiving, Portland’s Jeffrey Morgenthaler turns to one classic that’s so “overwhelmingly popular” that it’s on repeat at Clyde Common: a tequila- and sherry-spiked eggnog that tastes like the holiday season and drinks like dessert.
This recipe originally appeared on Jeffrey’s website. For more musings on drinks and bartending, check out JeffreyMorgenthaler.com .
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Clyde Common Eggnog
from Punch (http://punchdrink.com)
Ingredients
Yield: 1 gallon
12 large eggs
12 large eggs
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
12 ounces añejo tequila
12 ounces añejo tequila
15 ounces amontillado sherry
15 ounces amontillado sherry
36 ounces whole milk
36 ounces whole milk
24 ounces heavy cream
24 ounces heavy cream
3 teaspoons freshly-grated nutmeg
3 teaspoons freshly-grated nutmeg
Garnish: nutmeg
Directions
In a blender or stand mixer on low speed, beat eggs until smooth.
Slowly add nutmeg, and sugar until incorporated and dissolved.
Slowly add sherry, tequila, milk and cream.
Refrigerate overnight and serve in small chilled cups.
Dust with fresh nutmeg before serving.
