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!
Carmy
I haven’t made eggnog at home before as I usually purchase it. I need to give this a try ASAP! You make it sound so simple and do-able! I’m ready for the holidays with this!
Homemade & Yummy
Bought eggnog works…just buy the best quality you can find. It truly makes a difference. Happy Holidays.
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness
Okay, this is definitely happening this holiday season. Anything eggnog and I come running!!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY ….I know we will.
Nelle Weaver
You had me at egg nog! When you add chocolate and coffee, you’ve stolen my heart. <3 I could snuggle up by the fireplace with this all evening. Thank you for sharing!
Nelle Weaver
Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome. Hope you enjoy this drink a few times during the holiday season.
Noel Lizotte
Good stuff, made easy! Such a seasonal drink … I almost wish these were available all year round – of course, with this recipe, they are!
Homemade & Yummy
Well if you make your own eggnog, you can enjoy this all year long. CHEERS!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I love lattes that are inspired by my favorite holiday flavors! This certainly fits the bill- it sounds delicious!
Homemade & Yummy
It is delicious. Hope you give it a try.
April
I will definitely need to try this recipe because rum eggnog latte is one thing that I have never made at home. I enjoyed the takeaway many times but this recipeis what inspired me to try and make it myself. Perfect recipe to celebrate the end of the year!
Homemade & Yummy
Well this recipe will save you money, and you can’t buy this version in the store.
Geeky Daddy
Sounds Good!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. Hope you give it a try soon.
Tina
I love instant espresso, I use it almost everyday. When it goes on sale I stock up. I have been saving money making the lattes at home with the instant espresso and because you can whip up everything in the microwave it’s super convenient. Love the eggnog variation, yum!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes a good quality instant espresso works well. ENJOY!!
Amanda
I’m a huge fan of the eggnog latte from Starbucks, so I love the idea of making my own at home. And it’s even better with rum. ?
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…well you can’t buy this at Starbucks. Happy Holidays.
Jacqueline Debono
Love your Christmassy photos! Put me into a festive mood and this eggnog latte is so perfect for the season. Love rum in warm drinks too!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much for the compliment. Hope you give this recipe a try. Enjoy the holiday season.
Tina
Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Eggnog Lattes really make it feel like the holiday season has arrived. I like the fact that I don’t need an espresso machine to make this delicious Christmas time beverage. I can’t wait to try it!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…I know we will be. CHEEERS!
Dan Zehr
Looks like a great Holiday Traditional Drink. Definitely going to try a few. This eggnog is absolutely gorgeous! Thanks
Homemade & Yummy
I hope you give this festive holiday drink a try. I will be enjoying one as I trim the tree this weekend.
Claudia Lamascolo
this is so comforting to me. My dad loved eggnog and always put rum in it he would have adored this and it brings back some great memories! awesome recipe thank you !
Homemade & Yummy
Aww, so glad this reminds you of great memories. CHEERS!!
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
As soon as I say the name of the recipe out loud, I am in the Holiday spirit. Eggnog with coffee is something that I have never tried and I have to give it a try this year. I can’t wait to start putting out my Christmas decors and enjoying a cup of warm eggnog latte!
Homemade & Yummy
OMG you will LOVE this recipe. I will be enjoying one as I trim the tree this weekend. Happy Holidays.
Veena Azmanov
Love how wonderful and Christmasy this sounds. Love eggnog. Always reminds me of my mom. The latter sounds perfect by the fire on a cold winters day.
Homemade & Yummy
We love this during the holiday season…no just to get some eggnog and have this while I trim the tree.