I have been waiting to make an Eggnog Martini for almost a year. I saw the recipe late last winter and had to wait until eggnog was “in season” again. Gee–seasonal eating can be tough.
Eggnog Martini
When the eggnog arrived this year, I was ready. Until I decided I should use it to celebrate something.
The first candidate was finishing the holiday decorating. But right now, there are speaker wires draped across the living room floor as my husband prepares to run them through the basement and up the walls. It will be a big win–but it means I can’t count the house as done just yet!
Celebrate Decorating??
Then I thought I might use it to celebrate finishing my gift shopping. But one of my teens told me DON”T (as in “euuuwww, I can’t imagine what you might pick out”) buy anything for her without her approval, so that is on hold.
Wow I feel behind. And even the snow is late. We recently hit, then surpassed the record for most days without snow in Southeast Wisconsin.
But wait. It’s snowing. Here’s to a White Christmas (should it last). Or at least to a lovely afternoon!
Eggnog Martini
Holiday Eggnog Martini
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz eggnog
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 1/2 oz frangelico
- 1/2 oz white crème de cacao
- ice
Directions
Combine eggnog and liquor in shaker. Add ice, shake, then strain into a martini glass. Garnish with sprinkled nutmeg or a sprig of mint or rosemary.
The original recipe used amaretto which I am not a fan of, so I substituted Frangelico. Then it tasted too much like hazelnuts so I cut back on that and added a little white Crème de Cacao! Success!
Testing martinis and watching the snow– a perfect winter afternoon!
First Snow
What a festive glass! Where did you buy it? I’d love to get a set.
I’m thankful I was able to leave work early today. I only find snow enjoyable when I don’t have to be on the road. I also took snow photos today
Glad you got out early! My husband just called and said he’s going about 10 mph.
The glass was from Crate & Barrel a number of years ago. I did get some cute glasses from them this year too (though not holiday themed).
Hi Inger!
You’re a whole lotta more patient than I, I’m not sure I could have waited so patiently:) It looks like you’ve found quite a few moments to toast too. If you don’t mind, I’d like to add another:) I’m in Idaho visiting with the grandkids “as we speak” Here’s to family and friends and a glorious holiday season to you and yours!!! Have a Merry!!!
So good to hear from you Louise! Wondering if you have snow in Idaho… Lovely in any case to have a long holiday visit! Looking forward to my college daughter getting home in a couple days, after Christmas without her last year. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season for all of you as well!
i love those images! the shot of the drink with your tree in the background is particularly lovely. great drink, too! white creme de cacao sounds yummy…
Thanks Grace! I looked hard for the Christmas confetti to do the “formal” shots. It was fun experimenting–with both the shots and the mix
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What a lovely photo! And the glass for your eggnog martini is so festive. I have recipes I’ve held onto since last Christmas too.
Thanks Beth! And you know I think that’s one of the nice things about blogging. If you hang onto a recipe for the next year, it doesn’t feel like procrastination, it feels like planning!
Definitely designed to put us in the mood for Christmas cheer.
Yes the spirit has certainly hit now!