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Cornucopia ‘Tis the season to be jolly! What better way to get in the mood than indulging in a cocktail or two for some festive frivolity? Adele Trathan and Stephen King offer their twist on some classic cocktail recipes and some tasty alcohol free options so everyone can partake ULTIMATE EGGNOG
This variation of a traditional Christmas drink is deliciously indulgent and a real winter warmer, pure luxuriant comfort in a glass INGREDIENTS 700ml (24fl oz) whole milk 240ml (8fl oz) heavy (double) cream 130g (4½ oz) sugar 5 large eggs, yolks and whites separated 3 cinnamon sticks 1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg, plus some for garnishing 1½ tsp vanilla extract 75ml (2½fl oz) brandy or bourbon 75ml (2½fl oz) dark rum METHOD In a saucepan, combine the milk, cream, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and vanilla extract over a medium heat and warm to just about boiling point, then immediately remove from the heat and allow to steep.
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NEGRONI SPAGLIATO
In this recipe the gin is replaced with Prosecco which softens the bitterness and creates a lighter version for those that find the classic Italian Negroni a bit too much! INGREDIENTS 25ml (1fl oz) Campari 25ml (1fl oz) Sweet Vermouth 25ml (1fl oz) Prosecco Slices of orange, to serve
In a separate bowl, 2 whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until thick
and creamy. Remove the cinnamon sticks from the milk mixture and gradually whisk it into the egg mixture, until a smooth consistency materialises. Return the mixture to the 3 saucepan and heat over a medium heat until it thickens
slightly, but not to boiling point. Remove from the heat and stir in the brandy and rum – you can opt for just one spirit or none if preferred.
To serve, beat the egg 4 whites in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Gently
fold into the warm eggnog mixture until combined. Pour into glasses and sprinkle with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg and serve. NOTE: Please drink alcohol responsibly and note this recipe may =not be suitable for anyone concerned about eating raw eggs, particularly if allergic or pregnant.
Top up with extra 3 ice and the Prosecco, gently stir to mix. Garnish with 4 orange slices and serve immediately.
METHOD Chill a glass in the freezer. Once cold, half fill the glass with ice.
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