Christmas Glogg Nog | The Cupboard Drawer Recipe Book

Well Christmas is nearly upon us again, and in the never ending search for something traditional but a bit unusual I have pulled one of the best Nog recipes from The Cupboard Drawer. You can do some interesting variations with this recipe as well, as Apple Cider and or Juice/Apple Slices work well, as do Cranberry Juice / Cranberries.

Believed to have originated in East Anglia Area of England, Egg Nog was a drink of the Aristocracy and originally have been referred to as a Flip but when more of the common folks started mixing it they served it in a small cup meant for Rum that was called a Nog. The Alcohol used was more typically Sherry or Madeira, but in the 18^th Century the recipe made its way to America. Where both of the preferred alcoholic ingredients were heavily taxed and quite expensive; while Rum originating in the Caribbean was not. Rum was the primary ingredient in a low cost drink called Grog, and this then became Egg N Grog and eventually Egg Nog. Whichever of the two is true nobody knows for sure. But what is a certainty is that it has become a Christmas Tradition here in the US with or without alcohol.

This recipe does not include Alcohol content though a good 151 proof Rum could be used in main punch for an adult party. How much is up to you but I like to just spice it with about a ½ Cup and then let individuals add a shot if they prefer it with a bit more bite or warmth. I also like an inexpensive Brandy or for an interesting taste in the cranberry or in the apple variant Amaretto. If you are Lactose Intolerant then use a Vanilla Ice instead of Ice Cream. What ever you choose Do Enjoy!

Ingredients

6 Eggs

¼ cup granulated Sugar

¼ tsp ground Cardamom

¼ tsp ground Cinnamon

¼ tsp ground cloves

1 Qt Vanilla Ice cream softened)

6 cups Orange Juice

¼ cup Lemon Juice

1 Qt Gingerale

 Ice Rings if Desired

Ground Nutmeg for a topper

Cinnamon Sticks for Stirrers

1. In a large Mixing Bowl with an electric mixer at low speed, beat the eggs until blended. Spped up the mixer to medium speed; add the sugar and spices and beat until the sugar is dissolved.
2. With the mixer back on low speed, beat in the softened Ice cream; add the juice and mix until blended. Cover and Chill.
3. 3. To serve, pour the the mixture into a large punch bowl. Slowly pour in the Ginger Ale, and desired alcohol if desired, stirring with an up and down motion. Add the Ice Ring to the punch. Serve with a sprinkle of Nutmeg, and a Cinnamon stick stirrer. Let the Party Begin!
4. Ice Ring – Arrange Orange Slices in the bottom of a small Ring Mold. Fill ith cold water and freeze until solid. (I recommend doing this at least a day in advance). An Interesting effect is to add swirls of food coloring when its about half frozen. Unmold on to a plate and slip it into the Nogg gently.

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