This was on the bar at every establishment in New York City during the holidays in the Gay Nineties.
Tom and Jerry
Cuisine: Seasonal CocktailDifficulty: Hard
1
servings
320
kcal
10
minutes
Ingredients
For The Batter
2 Ounces Anejo Rum
12 Fresh large eggs, separated
6 cups Sugar
1.5 Teaspoons Ground cinnamon
.50 Teaspoon Ground cloves
.50 Teaspoon Ground allspice
1 Teaspoon Creme of Tatar (optional)
For Each Individual Drink
2 Tablespoons Batter
1.5 Ounces Brandy
.50 Ounces Anejo Rum
3-4 Ounces Boiling water or hot milk
Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
Directions
For the BatterTo make the batter: In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks until combined. While continuing to beat, gradually add the sugar, spices, and rum and beat, until the mixture is thick and pale.Beat the egg whites separately until stiff.Fold the egg whites into the egg yolks and stirs until the consistency is of a light batter. Add teaspoon of cream of tartar, if desired, to prevent the sugar from settling to the bottom of the batter.For Each DrinkTo prepare each drink: put the batter in the bottom of a ceramic mug, add the spirits and the boiling water or hot milk and stir. Dust with nutmeg and serve.
Recipe Video
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