I read this article on 'how to winter' , which gave me a better, positive mindset about this season. There are opportunities to make the most of its unique characteristics.
One opportunity is enjoying winter flavors. I was inspired today to make Alton Brown's Aged Egg Nog.
A very good way to preserve eggs. πhic.
OK, Alton Brown said to wait at least 14 days before being able to properly enjoy his egg nog and today is the day.
π I swapped out Brandy for the Bourbon in his recipe, my taste preference, and it is very good! Some extra effort to whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until you get a ribbon, but the resulting mouthfeel is very nice. Alton recommends leaving the nog in the fridge for a couple of months. Yeah, but no.
π If you have the time, you can easily make better-tasting nogs than store-bought. And try the coconut-based Puerto Rican 'Coquito' when you have a chance. Addictive!
@Nazani
I was thinking the exact same thing after tasting today's results. Could use a bit more complexity from the liquor.
That looks sooooo good, from the replies sounds like it turned out well? I'm sure people will appreciate the suggestions for varying the recipe :)
It did turn out extremely well. I will make this again and often.
Here's more about the liquors and variations. Alton's recipe included these three liquors:
Rum
Bourbon
Cognac
The first two are the ingredients for the "classic" flavor. Cognac is new and makes it sublime.
I do not like Bourbon that much, so usually replace it with Brandy 1:1. But in this recipe, that eliminates some complexity that is needed. @Nazani and I thought dark rum would add complexity back in. Further testing will determine the ideal amount. I think it will a lot of testing.
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