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Updated Aug 30, 2018
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A traditional holiday drink from the early 19th century, consider this the cousin to eggnog. Unlike most cocktails with raw egg, this one is served warm.

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  • While for some the name may conjure up images of a famous cartoon cat and mouse, this holiday drink created in the 1820s, is an old tradition that’s worth keeping around. A cousin to eggnog, this egg-based cocktail is served warm with brandy, rum and hot milk. While it takes a little bit of effort to whip both the yolks and whites separately for a Tom and Jerry drink, it does make a large batch so that everyone can enjoy a big cup of creamy, comforting holiday cheer. Interested in a non-alcoholic version? Just skip the brandy and rum and go straight to the milk. For more holiday fun, check out these other rum recipes ready to help you party.

Tom and Jerry

  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Total 10 min
  • Servings 4
  • Ingredients 8
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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs, separated
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 4 ounces brandy, lukewarm
  • 3 cups hot milk
  • Freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    In a large, clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  • Step 
    2
    In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks until light in color; gradually beat in the sugar, allspice, cinnamon, and cloves. Fold the yolk mixture into the whites.
  • Step 
    3
    Pour 2 tablespoons into four mugs each. Add 1 ounce brandy and 1 ounce dark rum to each mug.
  • Step 
    4
    Fill with hot milk. Stir well, and dust with nutmeg.

Nutrition

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