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Apple Cider Eggnog Cocktail

This festive Apple Cider Eggnog Cocktail combines spiced apple cider, creamy eggnog (or Austrian egg liqueur), and a splash of dark rum. Served in elegant wine glasses and topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and apple garnish, it’s Christmas in a glass—perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie parties, and Advent celebrations.
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Decadent apple cider eggnog, garnished with a cinnamon stick, whipped cream, and apple slices.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes

Equipment

  • mall saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Wine glasses or heatproof mugs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whipped cream dispenser or piping bag (optional)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups spiced apple cider
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • ½ cup eggnog or Austrian egg liqueur/Eierlikör
  • ¼ cup dark rum optional, for extra warmth
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish
  • Cinnamon sticks & apple slices for garnish
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, gently warm 2 cups spiced apple cider with the ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey. Do not boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup eggnog (or Eierlikör) and ¼ cup dark rum, if using.
  • Strain the mix into a jug, then pour into wine glasses or heatproof mugs.
  • Top each glass with Whipped cream, dust with Ground cinnamon, and garnish with Cinnamon sticks & apple slices.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday magic!

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Notes

Hosting a party? Scale the recipe up:

  • 2 ½ quarts (2.5 liters) spiced apple cider
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) eggnog (or Eierlikör)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) dark rum (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 5 tablespoons (75 ml) maple syrup or honey
Warm the cider, cinnamon, and sweetener in a large pot. Remove from heat, stir in eggnog and rum, and ladle into glasses. Garnish with whipped cream, apple slices, and cinnamon sticks for a stunning festive spread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 261IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Servings: 4 Cocktails
Calories: 204kcal
Author: Nora
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