Beverage Recipes > Egg Flip

How to make egg flip:
An eggy and alcoholic drink similar to egg nog.
N.B. Be careful serving raw egg to vulnerable (i.e. the young and old).



Ingredients

4 eggs separated
4 teaspoons superfine sugar
4 tablespoons brandy
1 pint milk
whole nutmeg
a little whipped cream for decoration
(see measure conversions for more information)

Method

- Beat the sugar and the egg yolks together.
- Add the brandy and stir.
- Heat the milk and pour it over the egg and brandy mix.
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff and fold into the milk, egg and brandy.
- Serve topped with a spoonful of whipped cream and a sprinkle of grated nutmeg.


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