Frosty Noggin

Pro tips

• Blend the rum, crème de menthe, eggnog, and ice cream briefly until combined but still thick—over-blending creates a watery consistency.
• Chill your serving glass beforehand to keep the drink frozen longer and prevent rapid melting.
• Add the whipped cream topping immediately after pouring to prevent it from sinking into the shake.
• Garnish with a chocolate-mint cookie placed upright on the whipped cream for visual appeal and an edible flourish.

Substitutions

• White crème de menthe → Green crème de menthe (no functional change; flavor and color remain strong)
• Light rum → Spiced rum (adds warmth; use same 1.5 oz measure)
• Vanilla ice cream → Rum raisin or eggnog ice cream (amplifies holiday flavors)
• Prepared eggnog → Homemade eggnog (use chilled; adjust viscosity if thicker)

Storage & make-ahead

This is a fresh-blended cocktail best served immediately; do not store the blended mixture as separation and texture loss occur rapidly.

Equipment

blender

Can I make Frosty Noggin without alcohol?

Yes, omit the light rum and crème de menthe, then increase the eggnog to 5 oz and blend with the ice cream for a non-alcoholic version.

What type of eggnog works best for this cocktail?

Use prepared (chilled) eggnog directly from the store; avoid boiled or shelf-stable varieties as they may curdle when blended with alcohol.

How do I prevent the drink from becoming too watery?

Use scoops of vanilla ice cream that are slightly frozen and blend briefly—the melting ice cream is key to texture, but over-blending dilutes the flavor.

Can I batch this cocktail in advance?

Blend individual servings fresh; batch-blending causes separation and loss of the creamy texture as the ice cream melts.

What is a substitute for white crème de menthe?

Use green crème de menthe (will deepen the color) or peppermint schnapps for a similar mint-forward flavor profile.