Home · Recipes · Drinks · Cocktails Dirty Chai Eggnog Author: Maryanne CabreraPublished: Dec 10, 2015Updated: Nov 12, 2024 View Recipe11 ReviewsThis post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. Traditional eggnog spiked with bourbon, a kick of espresso, and all the warm flavors of chai. Dirty chai eggnog is a holiday party favorite! Table of Contents IngredientsCocktail AssemblyServing SuggestionsMore Holiday CocktailsDirty Chai EggnogView moreView less Disclosure: I received products from Maker’s Mark to create this post. I was not compensated for this post. As always, all opinions and recipe are my own. Eggnog is still banned from our family holiday parties. Previously, I made milk punch in hopes of changing certain family members’ mind. Their extreme disdain for eggs is to blame for our eggnog-less parties. I’m not one to take no for an answer, so I’m trying again this year. When Maker’s Mark approached me regarding an eggnog challenge, it further fueled my need to create an eggnog that would convert non-believers. Ingredients There are five components to this delicious holiday cocktail: 1) eggnog, 2) chai, 3) espresso, 4) spirit of choice, and 5) whipped cream topping. I have opted to make eggnog from scratch. Of course, you may your favorite store-bought eggnog. My eggnog is made with milk, cream, eggs, and brown sugar. Use your go-to chai black tea bags or loose tea. Tazo, Twinings, and Republic of Tea are good options that are sold everywhere. You have several spirit options to choose from. This recipe works well with whiskey, bourbon, spiced rum, or brandy. Bourbon complements so many flavors, especially warm spices that I associate with winter and the holidays. Instead of the usual nutmeg dusted eggnog, I wanted to make something with a little more kick, a little more spice. Cocktail Assembly STEP 1: Rim serving glasses with gold sanding sugar. It adds a festive touch and a pop of sweetness to this super boozy beverage. STEP 2: Ladle dirty chai eggnog into prepared serving glasses. STEP 3: Add whipped cream dollop. Top with freshly grated nutmeg. STEP 4: Garnish with cinnamon stick and espresso beans. Serve and enjoy immediately! Serving Suggestions Dirty chai eggnog can be served warm or chilled. I like to add a dollop of sweetened whipped cream on top, and then garnish with freshly grated nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, and coffee beans (or chocolate covered espresso beans!). This eggnog has it all: a ton of flavor and spice, just the right amount of booze, and a nice burst of caffeine to keep you in the festive party spirit! More Holiday Cocktails Classic Irish Coffee Holiday Pimm’s Cup Orange Vanilla Mulled Wine Spiced Hot Toddy Dirty Chai Eggnog No ratings yet Traditional eggnog spiked with bourbon with a kick of espresso and all the warm flavors of chai. Dirty Chai Eggnog will soon be a holiday favorite! Prep Time: 10 minutes minutesSteep Time:: 30 minutes minutesTotal Time: 40 minutes minutes Servings: 6 Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe Ingredients▢ 1 cup whole milk▢ 1 cup heavy cream▢ 3 chai tea bags▢ ¾ cup dark brown sugar , packed▢ 6 large pasteurized eggs* , separated▢ ½ cup strong espresso , slightly cooled▢ 1 cup bourbon whiskey▢ 3 Tablespoons granulated sugarWhipped Cream:▢ ½ cup heavy cream , chilled▢ 1 Tablespoon powdered sugarGarnishes:▢ gold sanding sugar▢ grated nutmeg▢ cinnamon sticks▢ coffee beans Instructions In a heavy bottomed medium sauce pot, bring milk and cream to a simmer. Add chai tea bags, cover pot, and allow to steep for 30 minutes. Strain and discard tea bags.In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar and egg yolks. Whisk until mixture has thickened. Add chai infused milk mixture, espresso and bourbon. Whisk to combine. In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites with a hand mixer. Once mixture is foamy, slowly add granulated sugar. Whip to medium-stiff peaks. Add egg whites to eggnog mixture. Whisk to combine.Whipped Cream:Use a hand mixer to whip chilled heavy cream. At soft peaks, slowly add powdered sugar and continue to whip to medium-stiff peaks. Use immediately, or keep covered and chilled in the fridge until ready to use.Assembly:Moisten rim of serving glass with water. Invert glass into plate filled with gold sanding sugar. (optional)Pour eggnog into serving glass. Top with a dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg, cinnamon stick, and coffee beans. Serve immediately. NotesDirty Chai Eggnog can be served warm or chilled. *This recipe contains raw eggs. Please use pasteurized eggs to prevent salmonella or other food-borne illness. If you cannot find pasteurized eggs, you should heat mixture to 160 degrees F. Combine brown sugar, egg yolks, and chai infused milk/cream together. Set over medium heat and heat to 160 degrees F. Stir often to ensure mixture does not burn. Remove from heat and add espresso and bourbon. Allow to chill slightly before adding in egg whites. NutritionCalories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 258mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 247mg | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 1211IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 1mg Author: Maryanne Cabrera Course: DrinksCuisine: American Did you make this recipe?Show us on Instagram! Tag @littleepicurean and hashtag #littleepicurean.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says: December 10, 2015 Totally gorgeous Maryanne! LOVE that gold sanding sugar! Reply
June @ How to Philosophize with Cake says: December 11, 2015 You’re right, eggnog does taste like ice cream! Nutmeggy, delicious melted ice cream. Love this variation, the chai flavors sound like they would work perfectly! :) The gold sanding sugar rims are SO cool, too!! Reply
Rakhee@boxofspice says: December 11, 2015 Ok Like your brother I am not a fan of eggs and that’s putting it mildly. I seem to be ok with them in cakes and desserts in general but for some reason put them in something savory or in a drink and you will see me running off in panic! This dirty chai eggnog of yours however may have me changing my mind. Looks gorgeous! Glad to have found your blog! :) Reply
Tanya Schroeder says: December 12, 2015 This would make the holidays very merry, I LOVE this recipe! Reply
Justine | Cooking and Beer says: December 13, 2015 You are KILLING it with garnishes. This is one beautiful cup of eggnog! Reply
Serene @ House of Yumm says: December 13, 2015 Beautiful! I’m loving the looks of this drink. I’m already a fan of eggnog so this all just sounds amazing! Reply
Chandra@The Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says: December 14, 2015 Oh My I am in love! We are BIG eggnog fans here. I love the addition of the Chai flavors! Reply
Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says: December 14, 2015 Now this is an eggnog I can really get behind! ;) Reply