Creamy Spiked Eggnog — 🙌😋 Wondering what to do with your eggnog? Making this EASY three-ingredient spiked eggnog cocktail recipe is the PERFECT idea! Smooth, rich and creamy with warm hints of cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla from the spiced rum and almond from the amaretto. Spiked eggnog will be a hit at your Christmas parties and New Years Eve party! Instructions on how to make a large batch or pitcher are provided.
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Easy Spiked Eggnog Recipe
There are some people who absolutely adore eggnog, and then others who are very much indifferent.
If you are one of those people who happen to love eggnog, or if you bought a carton of eggnog and you’re the only one in the house who’s been working on it and you have a fair amount yet to use, this fun and festive spiked eggnog cocktail recipe is the perfect way to enjoy your eggnog.
My spiked eggnog cocktail is made with two liqueurs:
- Amaretto which adds lovely almond and vanilla notes, along with a sweeter essence. I just love the smell of amaretto! Trivia – The first drink I ever ordered legally in a bar was, of all things, was an amaretto sour, which is not a common choice for 21 year olds, but I have always had a soft spot for amaretto.
- Spiked rum which adds more spice, and intensity to the eggnog drink. Because I used Captain Morgan, the notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves help to add lovely warming notes to your spiked eggnog drink.
It’s rich, creamy, and beautifully spiced! Perfect for sipping around the holidays.
Ingredients in Classic Spiked Eggnog
You only need 3 main ingredients in this spiked Christmas eggnog recipe:
- Amaretto liqueur – I like to use Disaronno but it’s up to you
- Spiced rum – I prefer Captain Morgan but choose your favorite (see the FAQ section for substitutions)
- Eggnog
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Spiked Eggnog
- Add the amaretto and spiced rum to a rocks glass. (I sometimes also add ice because I love very chilled drinks even in the dead of winter.)
- Top with eggnog and stir.
- Optionally, garnish with whipped topping and cinnamon, either sprinkle ground cinnamon or add decorative cinnamon sticks, or sprinkle a bit of ground nutmeg before serving!
Eggnog FAQs
You can use your favorite brand of store bought eggnog, including lite versions. If you have a favorite homemade eggnog recipe made with either heavy cream or whole milk plus egg yolks and egg whites, you can also use it. Although it is not necessary to use homemade eggnog.
Yes, of course, at that point you’ve just got regular ‘ole eggnog rather than spiked eggnog. For a non-alcoholic version, try adding vanilla extract and a splash of almond milk instead of amaretto if you want to jazz things up a bit.
Yes, and the final flavor profile and taste with be that of a spicier eggnog, and less sweetness than if you were to also add amaretto.
I like using spiced rum, such as Captain Morgan, but you can use another trusted spiced rum. You can also use regular light rum like Bacardi or really any type of rum from gold rum to dark rum, depending on your preference and what you have on hand.
Good substitutes for spiced rum are other types of rum, as well as bourbon, brandy, cognac, or whiskey, depending on your palette and preferences. 
Yes you sure can. Because amaretto is a sweeter liqueur, you’ll be left with a sweeter rather than sweet-and-spicy eggnog if you were to also include spiced rum
Not really, no because it does have such a distinct almond meet apricot flavor. However, I have another recipe for an eggnog cocktail called Santa’s Magic Potion, which is eggnog + Baileys. While not a direct substitute for amaretto per se, if you’re looking for another easy-going and sweet-ish liqueur, Baileys Irish cream is a great one if you don’t have amaretto on hand.
Absolutely! Pour off some eggnog into a glass, then add the appropriate number of ounces of each alcohol to the plastic jug or carton, seal, and refrigerate. Make sure to shake very well to re-combine the mixture before serving.
Measuring Tip – If you’re using a 1/2 gallon container or carton of eggnog, I would pour off 8 to 10 ounces of the eggnog, and then add 4 to 5 ounces each of amaretto and spiced rum, seal, shake, and serve.
You can also do this in a pitcher or punch bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and stir very well before serving.
You can make a pitcher of spiked eggnog up to about 24 hours in advance if you’re planning on serving it for a party and want to just get this task knocked out and done. That way the holiday cocktails will flow quickly and effortlessly at your holiday season gatherings.
Storage Instructions
Storage: For spiked eggnog that you’re making in advance, keep the pitcher or punchbowl tightly covered in your refrigerator for up to about 24 hours before your event.
Leftovers: Leftover spiked eggnog will keep airtight in the fridge for about 2-3 days. The alcohol helps preserve it, but dairy ingredients can spoil quickly, especially if it sat out at a party for a while, and was then re-refrigerated. Make sure to do a sniff test before consuming anything that was left over.
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Spiked Eggnog
Ingredients
- 1 ounce amaretto liqueur
- 1 ounce spiced rum
- 6 ounces eggnog, chilled
- Optional: whipped cream or whipped topping, cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, , for garnishing
Instructions
To Make a Single Serving:
- To an 8 ounce rocks glass or similar glass, add one ounce each of the amaretto and the spiced rum, and stir to combine. If you like very chilled drinks, add ice as desired.
- Top with eggnog, stir to combine, taste, and make any necessary flavor adjustments. Tips – See the FAQ section in the blog post for various substitutions and options. If you like a sweeter drink, add an extra 1/2-ounce amaretto. If you like a bolder spiced drink, add an extra 1/2-ounce spiced rum.
- Optionally, and as desired, top with whipped topping, cinnamon, or nutmeg, if desired and to taste. Serve immediately. Leftover eggnog will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 2 days. The alcohol helps preserve it, but the dairy ingredients can spoil quickly, especially if it was sitting out at a party beforehand.
To Make a Pitcher:
- Pour off some eggnog from the carton into a glass, then add the appropriate number of ounces of each alcohol to the plastic jug or carton, seal, and refrigerate. Make sure to shake very well to re-combine any separated ingredients before serving. Measuring Tip – If you're using a 1/2 gallon container or jug of eggnog, I would pour off 8 to 10 ounces of the eggnog, and then add 4 to 5 ounces each of amaretto and spiced rum, seal, shake, taste, adjust if necessary, and serve.
Make Ahead Instructions:
- You can make a pitcher of spiked eggnog up to about 24 hours in advance if you're planning on serving it for a party and want to just get this task knocked out and done. You can also do this in a pitcher or punch bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and stir very well before serving.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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