Kentucky Eggnog Spike

1. 1

   Pour bourbon, rum and brandy into 1-quart bottle.

2. 2

   Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into bourbon mixture; add pod to bottle.

3. 3

   Using mortar and pestle or bottom of heavy small skillet, crack whole nutmeg into 4 or 5 pieces.

4. 4

   Add nutmeg pieces, cinnamon sticks and cloves to mixture.

5. 5

   Cork bottle tightly.

6. 6

   Let stand in cool, dark place for 1 week.

7. 7

   (Can be prepared 3 months ahead.)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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