16 oz. Laird's Applejack
16 oz. Milk
16 oz. Heavy cream
1/2 cup sugar
6 eggs
Instructions
1. Beat whites and yolks of eggs separately
2. Add 1/4 cup of sugar to each
3. Beat egg whites until slightly stiff
4. Add milk and cream to yolks and mix well
5. Fold beaten egg whites into beaten yolks
6. Stir in Laird's Applejack
7. Sprinkle with nutmeg
About This Drink
Our family recipe passed down through generations of the Laird family. During the holiday season you will always be welcomed with a generous cup at the Laird homestead.
SIMPLE SYRUP
Add 1 part granulated or superfine sugar to 1 part hot water. Stir until completely dissolved and add 1 tbsp. of vodka as a preservative. Store in a sealable container, and refrigerate until use.
DEMERARA SYRUP
In a large pot, add 2 parts Demerara or Turbinado sugar to 1 part hot water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the liquid has clarified. Remove from heat, let cool, store in a sealable container, and refrigerate until use.
POMEGRANATE GRENADINE
In a large pot, add 32 oz. of 100% Pomegranate juice and cook over medium high heat. Once liquid has reduced by half, add 16 oz. by volume of superfine or granulated sugar and stir until completely dissolved. Let cool, store in a sealable container, and refrigerate.
CLOVER HONEY SYRUP
In a large container, add 2 parts clover honey to 1 part warm water. Integrate thoroughly with a bar spoon and add 1 tsp. of vodka as a preservative. Pour into a squeeze bottle, and refrigerate until use.
Spiced Apple Cider
Simmer fresh apple cider in a pot with cloves, allspice and cinnamon sticks for 20 minutes. Let cool then strain out spices. Keep refrigerated.
