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!
Donna
Is it weird that I had my first ever eggnog experience last year? I come from Australia where it just isn’t hear of (except in the movies), so when I got here I was always a wee bit dubious. I am a convert now though and I am loving this latte version! Coffee and alcohol together in one drink? I am sold 🙂 Totally tempted to try out this starbucks drink now too, I didnt even know they made an eggnog latte!
Homemade & Yummy
Not weird at all. It took me a long time to give eggnog a try too. Still, they are only a very few brands that I like. Homemade is my next option.
Amanda
I always order the Eggnog Latte as soon as it’s available at Starbucks, too! Of all the drinks they offer year round, it’s one of my favorites. We love to make eggnog lattes at home, but we haven’t spiked them yet, and that needs to happen this weekend! A little splash of rum is the perfect touch to make the latte extra festive as we trim the tree and wrap presents this year. 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
The perfect holiday drink for all kinds of fun festivities. CHEERS!
Kirsten
My favorite holiday drink is either a pumpkin chai latte or peppermint hot chocolate. I may just have to branch out to lattes this season. I love that this boozy number can be made at home for a fraction of the cost of Starbucks.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes the holiday drinks are so delicious…and you can’t get this at Starbucks. ENJOY!
Chef Mireille
this is my kind of holiday cocktail and I love the use of the spices here. Wish I had a glass right now as it is a cool rainy night and this would definitely hit the spot!
Homemade & Yummy
I know….off to get some eggnog and enjoy this festive drink.
Simply Delicious
LOVE how festive this is!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much, hope you give it a try during this holiday season.
Traci
Wow! Only four ingredients to Holiday latte bliss! Why have I never tried this before? Such an easy, festive, recipe. It’s like drinkable comfort food in a mug. Can’t wait to give this one a go! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Yes only a few ingredients to some great holiday cheer! ENJOY!
Renu
I am a coffee lover and this eggnog latte is so inviting, a must try this Christmas.
Homemade & Yummy
I will be enjoying this a few times during the holidays. CHEERS!
Swathi
Homemade boozed eggnog latte sounds delicious I make eggnog at home but haven’t tried adding rum to it. I will try you recipe. Great for holiday season.
Homemade & Yummy
We enjoy this drink every year. Hope you give it a try.
Debra
Such a wonderful recipe to have this time of year. Can’t wait to wow my house guests this weekend with this seasonal treat. So fancy….yet so simple. Thanks.
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH….simple and delicious…CHEERS!
Mackenzie
I’ve never thought to add rum to a latte before, but now I’m wondering where this has been my whole life! Also, I love that it works with white rum as well as spiced – it makes it great for whateverI happen to have in my cabinet at the time. My eggnog loving husband is going to flip for this!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY….we love these during the holidays.
Natalie
I love a good eggnog during Holiday season. It puts me in the mood right away. This latte sounds absolutely irresistible. I love the foam and the flavors. I must give it a try soon.
Homemade & Yummy
CHEERS!! Hope you love this drink as much as we do.
Catherine
This sounds delightful! I would love to enjoy a cup of this by a warm fire at night…so cozy and perfect for the holidays!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes this has been a holiday favourite for years in our house.
Catalina
Such a perfect recipe for Christmas! This is our favorite drink during the holidays! Love it!
Homemade & Yummy
It is a delicious one for sure. CHEERS!
Marisa Franca
I was going to wait until closer to Christmas to fix this but the way I feel today I need a perk me up. A head cold has hit. I haven’t had a cold in over three years and this is the second one in a month. So, at the store I’m picking up some egg nog. I’ve got a Moki espresso maker plus espresso. I good to go. I’d better buy gallon of rum. I’m sure that will help with this cold. Great recipe.
Homemade & Yummy
Aww….hope you feel better soon. Hubby has been sick for the last 2 weeks. I am hoping that I don’t catch it. Not the time of year for not feeling well. Way too much to do.
Veena Azmanov
I’m loving all the Christmas posts in starting to who up in my newsfeed. Love how you have photographed the eggnog. So Christmasy. Love rum eggnog. So classic and definitely perfect for a cold winter Christmas
Homemade & Yummy
Aw thanks so much Veena. Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday season.