Rum and Eggnog Latte is great to enjoy during tree trimming, present wrapping, or just to celebrate and spread some holiday cheer.
How can you resist creamy hot eggnog, bold coffee, and a splash of rum, all topped with frothed milk, and a dusting of nutmeg? The ultimate eggnog recipe for a delicious latte. Yes, it can be made non-dairy too!
Holiday eggnog coffee is the perfect blend of sweetness and warmth. A cozy festive treat.
This spiked eggnog recipe is a holiday classic and a party favourite. Move over Starbucks, this is the best spiced eggnog coffee. It pairs perfectly with my Christmas croissant recipe.
Are you in the holiday spirit yet? My family is already drooling thinking about Christmas morning sandwiches, our family tradition for decades. Now the grandkids request them too.
If you have never tried to make a homemade latte you are in for a treat. They are super easy and budget-friendly too. Yes, you can create that super frothy foam topping easily. Don’t worry, you can make this coffee with eggnog alcohol-free as well, it is still super delicious.
Once you give this recipe a try, you will want more homemade lattes. Here are a few:
Spiked Eggnog Coffee Ingredients
If you do not have a fancy espresso machine, don’t fret (neither do I). You can still make this easily at home. Here is what you will need:
- good quality eggnog
- great tasting rum
- *(affiliate link) instant espresso (yes that is right)
- nutmeg
How To Make A Rum And Eggnog Latte
When I say this is easy, I really mean it is super easy. Here is what you do:
- place your eggnog in a pot and heat to just under boiling
- make your espresso in a measuring cup
- add some rum to a mug
- add the espresso to the mug
- froth the eggnog
- top the espresso/rum mixture with the foam
- sprinkle on some nutmeg
- DONE!
OMG, can you believe it? So easy! I guarantee you will be making this Christmas latte a lot during the holiday season. Be sure to read the suggestions and recipe tips below for vegan and non-dairy options.
Suggestions / Recipe Tips
Did you know you can make a latte with instant coffee? I know the coffee fanatics may not think this is ideal. This is a great way to enjoy lattes at home without an espresso machine.
TIP: I even make lattes with strong, bold coffee too. Do you have a Keruig? You can make espresso on demand.
Now, when making that frothy topping, I use a hand-held milk frother. It works like a charm.
Coffee with eggnog is a great pairing for the holidays. For this recipe, I used store-bought eggnog. I look for the creamiest version I can get my hands on. Yes I know, all the extra calories but it is the holidays. Feel free to use a light version if you like. If you make homemade eggnog, bonus points to you!
Need a dairy-free version? Look for non-dairy egg nog like Silk Festive Nog, or Earth’s Own Oat Nog.
Best Alcohol For Spiked Coffees
This is where you can have LOTS of fun. Making a different eggnog latte drink by switching up the alcohol. Of course, it is perfectly fine to have non-alcoholic eggnog lattes too (remember do not drink and drive).
Some great things to add to eggnog are:
- brandy
- cognac
- bourbon
- vodka
- whiskey
- rye
- rum (white, dark, or spiced)
What is the best amount of alcohol to add to your latte? Most times it is 1 to 2 ounces per drink. It depends on the size of the latte and also the variety of alcohol you are using. This is a personal preference, so I will leave it to you to find the amount that works best for you.
I even have a Boozy Bourbon Iced Coffee you may like to try. If you love the combination of chocolate and coffee, you will want to give this Chocolate Coffee Martini a try too. Just like dessert in a glass.
Looking for some great food gifts? Check out this Edible Gifts for Christmas roundup. You won’t want to miss the Boozy Bourbon Fudge recipe. It is ALWAYS a holiday hit.
You can never go wrong with popcorn balls on the treat tray. These white chocolate covered popcorn balls look like snowballs trimmed with holiday sprinkles.
Homemade Eggnog Latte
Ingredients
- 8 ounces strong coffee (fresh or instant)
- 6 ounces eggnog
- 2 ounces rum (white or amber)
- Nutmeg (for topping)
Instructions
- Place eggnog in a pot and heat to just under boiling.
- Make espresso in a measuring cup with boiling water.
- Place rum in mug.
- Add hot espresso to the rum.
- Froth eggnog.
- Add eggnog to mug and top with foam.
- Sprinkle nutmeg and enjoy!
Dini @ The Flavor Bender
I have to go and get some Eggnog stat! This sounds amazing and I can’t wait to drink it! It looks so delicious AND so comforting! Perfect for winter!
Chef G
Buy lots….you will love it!!
Shadi
This and a blanket, all I need for winter!
Chef G
HAHAH…well that does sound like a good combination if you ask me!!
Jared Kovacs (thehesitantchef)
I want to curl up with a good book by the fire now. That latte looks amazing! It was good to meet with you today Gloria! I’m looking forward to our group meetings, I think they will be fun.
Chef G
It was great meeting you too…and I agree this will be fun…even just to throw ideas back and forth…and enjoy food while we are doing so!! Enjoy the latte…I might just make one myself!!
Ginni
Eggnog was not something readily found in England, and we used to love watching it on ‘American TV’. But, its not something I have fully embraced as yet. I am going to try it again this year, as your recipe has me intrigued on trying it out with some Rum. Hmmm…. lovely recipe and fabulous photographs!!
Chef G
Thanks Ginni….photography is a huge hurdle for me right now…so I really appreciate the compliment…thanks!!
Marsha @ Marsha's Baking Addiction
Adult eggnog latte? Yes please! 😉 This looks absolutely delicious!
Chef G
Well us “adults” deserve some fun too!!
Jason Sandeman
Drat! I passed by the eggnog at the Walmart the other day. I said, “Self, no way you are buying that this year.”
Looks like I lied. Hmm…. Thanks a lot! LOL I blame you.
Chef G
Hahaha…well I guess you can blame me….but you will LOVE IT!!
Dana
Um, yes please! These look unreal!
Chef G
Thanks….it does give Starbucks a run for their money!! Enjoy!!
Amanda | The Cinnamon Scrolls
Looks fantastic, Gloria! I love eggnog recipes, and yours sounds like it’ll make it’s way into my kitchen sometime this December! Loving the rum and coffee combo!
Chef G
Thanks Amanda….please enjoy the drink and have a wonderful holiday season.
angela
Wow, does this sound delicious! You know, I hated eggnog when I was a young child, but I’ve grown to like it:) especially with some booze ?
Chef G
Hahah you are too funny….booze seems to make things better sometimes…and I agree it does that to eggnog!!
Claudia | Gourmet Project
tree trimming is coming and I’ll love to have your rum eggnog latte!
Chef G
Perfect time for it….happy trimming!!
Sherri @ Watch Learn Eat
This looks delicious and perfect for getting warm and cozy during decorating! 🙂
Chef G
Yes it is perfect….decorating is something I will be doing this weekend…and I do know this will make an appearance as well!!
Katie
I love eggnog and I LOVE rum! This looks like an absolutely perfect combination. Thanks for this recipe I can’t wait to try it!
Chef G
It really is perfect…ENJOY…and Cheers!! ?
Jenn @ Peas and Crayons
This is totally motivating me to make my first latte! YUM!
Chef G
It’s so easy….like having your own personal Starbucks…but better!!
Simon (BBQ Bastard)
Just perfect! Starting the fire outside for a delicious low and slow BBQ while warming up with this delicious Rum latte! Great match if you ask me 🙂
Chef G
I totally agree….enjoy both the latte and the BBQ!!
Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca)
This sure sounds yummy! We don’t drink alcohol, but I bet my husband would love the coffee and eggnog combo! I’m going to give it a try for the holidays 🙂
Chef G
Well it’s equally as good without the rum…ENJOY!!