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(Message started by: LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 1:32pm)
Title: A Christmas Question..
Post by LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 1:32pm
I keep seeing references to Eggnog? What is it please?! I used to think it was Advocaat but now I'm not so sure... someone edjikate me!
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Hirvimaki on Dec 15th, 2004, 1:34pm
Egg flip, love...

We just did not like drinking the posset so had to change it... That IS what America is all about!!

Hirvimaki-Isi
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by vig on Dec 15th, 2004, 1:35pm
It's one disgusting, high-fat, alcoholic beverage!!!!

just my opinion, I know LOTS of people love the stuff...

12 egg yolks
1 lb. confectioner's sugar
2 c. dark rum, brandy, bourbon, or rye
2 to 4 cups of liquor
2 quarts whipping cream
1 cup peach brandy, if desired
8 to 12 egg whites

that makes a gallon of it.  (better be near a bathroom...)

http://www.indepthinfo.com/eggnog/history.shtml

Merry CHristmas everybody!!!!!

[smiley=laugh.gif]
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 1:58pm

on 12/15/04 at 13:35:39, vig wrote:

2 to 4 cups of liquor
2 quarts whipping cream


What is liquor and do you whisk the egg whites or what? can't you just chuck the eggs in in one go?
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by vig on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:00pm
got me Helen...
I've never attempted it.
Come on people... I KNOW there's a drinker or two in the room! [smiley=laugh.gif]
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by catlind on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:02pm
Limey, probably the best comparison is to think of it as a liquid custard that is spiked with alcohol.  Usually rum or spiced rum.

Personally I find it disgusting, I prefer my custard in a trifle.

Cat
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by TomM on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:06pm

on 12/15/04 at 13:58:11, LeLimey wrote:
What is liquor and do you whisk the egg whites or what? can't you just chuck the eggs in in one go?

The liquor is usually rum.
I've never made it from scratch. It is one high caloric drink. You don't drink it to get drunk b/c its so thick and rich. I like nutmeg sprinkled on the top of mine. It's a great sipping drink while sitting in front of the fireplace, or while decorating or just socializing. Definitely NOT a 'Let's get drunk' drink.
TomM
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:09pm
Cat thank you! I agree about custard.. Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a dirty great bowl of trifle!
Tom thank you ( and not just for your comment on this post :) ) I love nutmeg so that idea alone is enough to make me want to try it. I like "lazy" drinks (sometimes!) and I'm very fond of Baileys, have you tried that? Is it a similar consistency?
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Rock_Lobster on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:22pm
Much much thicker than Baileys.  

Man... now I am thirsty for Nog.  

I have never made it from scratch either, preferring the 'just add Captain Morgans and a bit more nutmeg' variety.
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by TomM on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:26pm

on 12/15/04 at 14:09:29, LeLimey wrote:
Tom thank you ( and not just for your comment on this post :) ) I love nutmeg so that idea alone is enough to make me want to try it. I like "lazy" drinks (sometimes!) and I'm very fond of Baileys, have you tried that? Is it a similar consistency?

Don't why you're thanking me.  [smiley=huh.gif] But I'll take it.
A lazy drink it is.

on 12/15/04 at 14:22:02, Rock_Lobster wrote:
Much much thicker than Baileys.  
Man... now I am thirsty for Nog.  
I have never made it from scratch either, preferring the 'just add Captain Morgans and a bit more nutmeg' variety.

Love me some Baileys. I drink that on the rocks very frequently. And Rock is right---thicker than Baileys. Egg Nog is sorta an acquired taste.
TomM
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Ronny on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:35pm

on 12/15/04 at 13:32:09, LeLimey wrote:
I used to think it was Advocaat but now I'm not so sure... someone edjikate me!



Hi,

It is. Advocaat i mean. (also means lawyer in dutch)

    Ronny.
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by eddie on Dec 15th, 2004, 2:48pm
i do have some egg nog in the fridge now
but no rum for me
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Hirvimaki on Dec 15th, 2004, 3:52pm
Was my reply somehow unclear? This wasn't even one of my sesquipedalian posts, people! Sheesh! ;;D

Hirvimaki-Isi
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 4:50pm

on 12/15/04 at 15:52:37, Hirvimaki wrote:
This wasn't even one of my sesquipedalian posts


Say that three times fast!! [smiley=laugh.gif]
Didn't know it as egg flig either but I DO know it as advocaat! Never thought of making it myself though.. think I will give it a go!
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by marlin on Dec 15th, 2004, 5:01pm
I hate the stuff.  And that "from scratch" recipe doesn't sound too appetizing.  12 RAW EGGS - YUCK!!

Sounds like a protien drink.  Ladies... any other "better" ideas? ;;D
LMFAAAOOO!!!!!!
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by LeLimey on Dec 15th, 2004, 5:02pm
That recipe produces a gallon Marlin.
Shout if you have any ideas that top that!! LMAO
Actually.. no! What am I thinking?! Dont shout!
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by eddie on Dec 15th, 2004, 5:08pm
Basic Non-alcoholic Eggnog
12 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 quart cream
to taste vanilla
dash of nutmeg

Seperate eggs at room temp. Beat yolks till creamed with about half of sugar, whites till peaked then add other half of sugar. Beat cream till stiff. Then fold all together. Add vanilla to taste - but remember that a little bit of vanilla goes a long way.

Place into containers keep in refrigerator for at least one day. Shake before serving
i bought mine at the store
enjoy your egg nog
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by marlin on Dec 15th, 2004, 6:05pm

on 12/15/04 at 17:02:59, LeLimey wrote:
That recipe produces a gallon Marlin.
Shout if you have any ideas that top that!! LMAO
Actually.. no! What am I thinking?! Dont shout!

A gallon? That's a tall order.  Sorry, can't help you there  ;)
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Jonny on Dec 15th, 2004, 6:07pm
jonny's Eggnog

Go to the fucking store....thats it! ;;D
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by BlueMeanie on Dec 15th, 2004, 6:16pm

on 12/15/04 at 18:07:09, Jonny wrote:
jonny's Eggnog

Go to the fucking store....thats it! ;;D


LMAO.  That sounds alot easier.  [smiley=laugh.gif]
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Tim_Z on Dec 15th, 2004, 6:19pm
I like eggnog. Once a year is enough for me though.

The other Christmas holiday drink that comes to mind is Tom and Jerry's. They usually have a special on them one night a year, it's like $.50. There is not a lot  of people that like Tom and Jerry's, it's an aquired taste.

The last time I drank Tom and Jerry's it was about -20F. In a couple of hours I drank about a dozen of them and chased them with 8-10 Budweisers. I didn't need my coat when I left.  

Tim
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by kissmyglass on Dec 15th, 2004, 6:23pm

on 12/15/04 at 18:07:09, Jonny wrote:
jonny's Eggnog

Go to the fucking store....thats it! ;;D


Really!  why all the aggrevation for something you can get for $1.99 a gallon??    ;;D
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Bandette74 on Dec 15th, 2004, 7:24pm

on 12/15/04 at 18:07:09, Jonny wrote:
jonny's Eggnog

Go to the fucking store....thats it! ;;D


;;D Jonny's eggnog is my favorite, but this is good, too:

8 large eggs, 2 separated
3/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, plus more for garnish
3/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup brandy


Combine the 6 whole eggs, 2 egg yolks, sugar, and salt in a medium mixing bowl and whisk together. Heat 2 cups heavy cream with the milk in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. When the cream and milk are hot, ladle about 1 cup into the egg mixture and whisk to incorporate. Pour the egg-milk mixture into the hot cream mixture, and continue to cook, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the stove and strain the custard immediately through a fine-mesh sieve. Allow the custard to cool for 10 minutes before proceeding.
Add the vanilla, nutmeg, bourbon, and brandy to the eggnog and stir well to incorporate. Beat the 2 egg whites to soft peaks in a clean mixing bowl and fold them into the custard base. In a separate bowl, beat the remaining 1/2 cup cream to soft peaks, and fold it into the eggnog as well. Serve warm or cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
Pour into a decorative bowl or pitcher and garnish with nutmeg. Serve in small punch cups or old-fashioned glasses.

Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by vig on Dec 15th, 2004, 7:29pm
didja know that nutmeg is a hallucinogen?
;;D
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Jonny on Dec 15th, 2004, 7:38pm

on 12/15/04 at 19:29:11, vig wrote:
didja know that nutmeg is a hallucinogen?
;;D


Im getting out my straw ;;D

Kidding
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by vig on Dec 15th, 2004, 7:40pm
It's also very toxic in those doses, so kids... don't try this at home.
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by eddie on Dec 15th, 2004, 7:47pm
im over 21
where is the nutmeg
Title: Re: A Christmas Question..
Post by Charlie on Dec 15th, 2004, 11:17pm

Quote:
jonny's Eggnog

Go to the fucking store....thats it


You got it. I get mine from the store a box decorated with lots of festive holiday shit. I buy two and a quart of Wild Turkey and make sure I have nutmeg. Pour in a highball glass and sit in front of one of those terrible Christmas movies that are shown 600 times in December until you pass out.  

Anyone ever have Tom & Jerrys at Xmas and New Years? It was big here when I was a kid in the 50s.

I love this season......   http://www.netsync.net/users/charlies/gifs/pills.gif  

Charlie http://www.netsync.net/users/charlies/gifs/Hat tip.gif  


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