Rompope in a glass with a spoon next to cinnamon sticks on a wooden surface
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Creamy Rompope Recipe

With a hint of orange, Rompope is one of the most delicious versions of eggnog. This drink can be enjoyed chilled or warmed.
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Alcoholic drink
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Rompope
Servings: 8 People
Author: Paromita Datta

Ingredients

  • 8 cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 orange peel
  • 10 egg yolks
  • 1 cup condensed milk
  • 2 cups cream
  • 1-2 cups of rum or aguardiente

Instructions

  • Bring the milk, sugar, vanilla, and one orange peel to a boil, then cook on low for about 30 minutes.
  • Blend the egg yolks with the condensed milk, then mix in the cream.
  • Ladle one cup of the heated milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture and stir it well, then slowly add the egg yolk mixture to the milk and stir thoroughly over low heat.
  • Let the mixture cool completely, then add 1-2 cups of rum or aguardiente, depending on how strong you want your drink to be!
  • Enjoy this drink chilled or serve it warm for extra creamy richness.
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