Bourbon Eggnog is an easy recipe for the holiday season. Just add Bourbon and two spices to store-bought eggnog and you’ll have a delicious holiday drink in just minutes!

A Bourbon Eggnog cocktail will put you in the holiday spirit.
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Bourbon Eggnog
No need to make homemade eggnog when you can transform ready-made eggnog into a delicious drink by just adding spices and bourbon whiskey!
Eggnog and whiskey is a classic combination and cinnamon and nutmeg elevate this cocktail to a new level of deliciousness.
Now that's what I call an easy bourbon eggnog recipe!
A cup of eggnog with a cinnamon stick stirrer and, if you want to really indulge, topped with whipped cream and freshly ground nutmeg, is a holiday treat that everyone will enjoy sipping on.
So now there's no need to deal with raw eggs and making a from-scratch eggnog when you can make this "homemade bourbon eggnog" that's filled with holiday flavors in just minutes.
There's lots of creamy goodness and flavor in this festive cocktail that will quickly become a holiday tradition and a staple at your holiday parties every year!
This eggnog with whiskey recipe makes 6 servings, 3/4 cup each, but you can easily double or even triple the amounts and make a big batch of this delicious recipe for a crowd.
A punch bowl filled with boozy eggnog is ideal for a Christmas party or New Year gathering.
And, in my humble opinion, this is the perfect holiday cocktail for Christmas morning too!
Any way and any time you serve it, a cup of eggnog is always a welcome beverage during the holiday season. Cheers!
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How to make eggnog recipe with bourbon
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- Combine eggnog, Bourbon, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Serve with cinnamon stick stirrers, if desired.
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
- Top a cup of eggnog with whipped cream
- Add a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg
- Garnish with a star anise
- Rim your glasses with sparkle sugars
- Use your favorite bourbon whiskey
- Add a splash of pure vanilla extract for an added depth of flavor
- Indulge even more and add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream!
Substitutions
- Baileys and eggnog is a delicious combination too. Just substitute Baileys for the Bourbon in this recipe.
- Rum can be used in place of bourbon
- I also love making this recipe with vanilla rum instead of bourbon
- Make this eggnog cocktail recipe with a spicy bourbon
Can you freeze eggnog
- The answer is yes! You can freeze eggnog.
- So go ahead and put it in the freezer in an airtight container.
- Then transfer it to your refrigerator and defrost it when you want to enjoy sipping on a glass of classic eggnog
Equipment
Storage
- You can make this recipe ahead and store it in an airtight pitcher in the refrigerator.
- This Bourbon Eggnog will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 1-2 days
- As always, I find it helpful to visit the FDA website for food storage guidelines
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Variations
Let your imagination go wild and add your favorite liqueur or alcohol to eggnog. Here are some of my favorite flavor combinations:
- Baileys Eggnog - Add a splash of Baileys in your eggnog for a delicious holiday drink
- Amaretto Eggnog - Amaretto is an Italian liqueur that will add an almond flavor
- Brandy Eggnog - Another way to elevate store-bought eggnog is to add a jigger of brandy with eggnog
- Kahlua Eggnog - Change things up and serve Kahlua and eggnog for a Kahlua and cream flavor with coffee notes
Ingredients
Ingredients for bourbon eggnog recipe
- eggnog
- Bourbon
- ground cinnamon
- ground nutmeg
Bourbon Eggnog Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 cups eggnog
- ½ cup Bourbon
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Instructions
- Combine eggnog, Bourbon, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Serve with cinnamon stick stirrers, if desired.
Notes
- Top a cup of eggnog with whipped cream
- Add a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg
- Garnish with a star anise
- Rim your glasses with sparkle sugars
- Use your favorite bourbon whiskey
This Bourbon Eggnog is the epitome of holiday indulgence! The creamy richness of eggnog takes on a sophisticated twist with the addition of smooth bourbon. It's a festive elixir that warms both the spirit and the palate.
I love how easy it is to make this drink, aside from that it is delicious!
So easy to make and so gourmet and delicious too!
This is a fabulous last minute recipe!