How to Make Hot Mexican Eggnog

Hot Mexican eggnog (rompope, pronounced rom-po'-pay)) is a delightful party hit! You flavor traditional Christmas eggnog with orange and cinnamon, spike it with brandy, and serve it hot. A crockpot will keep the rich concoction warm for the duration. Whip up this festive adult beverage in a flash for a memorable holiday fiesta.

Makes 6-8 servings.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• crockpot
• 1 quart eggnog
• 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated, fresh orange peel
• 1 1/2 cups brandy (cognac)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• additional ground cinnamon
• optional: cinnamon stick garnish

1. At least an hour ahead of time, plug in the crockpot, and turn it to high. Pour in the quart of eggnog. Stir.

2. Finely grate the peel of a fresh orange. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of it to the eggnog. Stir.

3. Measure out 1 1/2 cups of brandy (cognac). Pour it into the eggnog. Stir. Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir.

4. Put the lid on the crockpot. Turn the heat to low. Stir occasionally. Once the Mexican eggnog is hot, turn the crockpot to "keep warm."

5. If you'd like, you can whip up a little froth in the drink by quickly swishing a wire whisk in the liquid before serving. Scoop it with a ladle into cups or glasses. Sprinkle with cinnamon, and add a cinnamon stick as garnish, if desired.
   
   Scroll down for tips and warnings about hot Mexican eggnog.
   
   Scroll down for tips and warnings about this holiday drink.

Tips & Warnings

• Go ahead and double or triple the recipe, if you'd like.
• You can make a non-alcoholic version by omitting the brandy.
• Do not boil the eggnog. Once the eggnog is hot, turn the crockpot down , so it maintains the warmth. The idea is to warm the drink, not to cook it.

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[vallain]

on 12/5/2009 I want to give a party just so I can serve this Mexican eggnog recipe. Yummy

[LS01]

on 10/27/2009 Great article, sounds delicious!

[hkimbrell]

on 10/19/2009 Oh man, that sounds amazing! I host a Christmas get-together every year at my place. I think I'll use this recipe for this year's shindig. Thanks! ;) 5* & recommended.

[shenandoah]

on 10/13/2009 This sounds soooo good! Thanks for sharing a delicious recipe for hot mexican eggnog. Think I'll serve this after our post-Thanksgiving dinner walk (brr!) on the C&O canal.

[wesellforu]

on 10/9/2009 What a great recipe to spice up Eggnog. I will have to try this hot mexican eggnog recipe.