Traditional Eggnog

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl and using a mixer, beat the egg yolks together with the sugar for approx 10 minutes (you want the mixture to be firm and the colour of butter).
2. 2
   Very slowly, add in the bourbon and brandy - just a little at a time.
3. 3
   When bourbon and brandy have been added, allow the mixture to cool in the fridge (for up to 6 hours, depending on how long before your party you're making the eggnog).
4. 4
   30 minutes before your guests arrive, stir the milk into the chilled yolk mixture.
5. 5
   Stir in 1+ 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg.
6. 6
   In a separate bowl, beat the cream with a mixer on high speed until the cream forms stiff peaks.
7. 7
   In yet another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
8. 8
   Gently fold the egg white mixture into the egg yolk mixture.
9. 9
   Gently fold the cream into the egg mixture.
10. 10
    After ladling into cups, garnish with the remainder of the ground nutmeg.