Classic Holiday Drink: Tom and Jerry Recipe

The Tom and Jerry cocktail is a classic holiday drink that combines the creamy richness of eggnog with the spicy kick of rum and brandy. This warm, comforting drink is perfect for sipping by the fire on a cold winter's night.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs, separated
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 oz rum
• 2 oz brandy
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks until they are thick and pale yellow.
2. Gradually add the sugar and continue to beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the rum, brandy, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture.
6. In a saucepan, heat the milk until steaming hot but not boiling.
7. Slowly pour the milk into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
9. Fold the whipped cream into the egg mixture.
10. Serve the Tom and Jerry cocktail warm in mugs, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

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