Clarified Holiday Eggnog Punch: Holiday Pie Bitters Drink Idea
Sep 02, 2025
If you’re hunting for a festive eggnog punch that feels grown up, this one brings the magic. The Clarified Holiday Eggnog Punch takes a classic holiday idea and turns it into a crystal-clear showstopper. Created with our friend Monica at Liquid Culture, it is silky, bright and ready to impress any crowd.
This punch is a smart alternative to the usual heavy holiday drinks. It is elegant, flavorful and downright unforgettable.
Why This Punch Works
Most holiday punches lean creamy and dense. This one stays light and refined. The clarification removes the solids from the eggnog and cream, leaving a clean, transparent punch that still tastes rich and warm. Rye whiskey, pineapple and lemon bring balance. Holiday Pie Bitters layer in cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice for serious flavor. It is smooth, festive and easy to drink.
Clarified Holiday Eggnog Punch Recipe
Plan ahead. The results are worth it.
Ingredients
- 4 oz Lot 40 Rye
- 1 oz Giffard Vanilla Liqueur
- 8 oz pineapple juice
- 4 oz lemon juice
- 1.5 oz simple syrup
- 10 shakes El Guapo™ Holiday Pie Bitters
- 0.75 cup eggnog
- 0.25 cup half and half
Instructions:
- Combine the eggnog and half and half in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate pitcher, mix the rye, vanilla liqueur, pineapple juice, lemon juice, simple syrup and Holiday Pie Bitters.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the eggnog mixture. Do not stir.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours until the mixture curdles.
- Line a fine mesh strainer with a coffee filter and set it over a clean pitcher.
- Slowly pour the mixture through the filter. Let it strain fully.
- Refrigerate the finished punch. It stays fresh for at least two weeks.
Warm Holiday Flavor, Crystal-Clear Finish
Clarification pulls out solids but leaves all the warmth behind. Holiday Pie Bitters bring concentrated spice that blooms through the entire base. The result is silky, clear and layered with real holiday flavor. No artificial anything. Just serious spice and clean structure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clarified milk punch?
A drink where milk meets acid, curdles and traps impurities. The strained liquid becomes clear, silky and shelf-stable.
What are Holiday Pie Bitters?
Bitters built on warm baking spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. They taste like a holiday dessert in a bottle.
Can I use bourbon in this recipe?
Yes. Bourbon makes a lovely variation.
