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Ponche de Crème

Cultural Context

Ponche de Crème is a traditional Trinidadian drink often enjoyed during the Christmas season. This rich, creamy beverage reflects the island's colonial history, blending European and Caribbean flavors. Traditionally served at festive gatherings, it has become a symbol of holiday cheer in Trinidad and Tobago. Today, variations exist across the Caribbean, with each family adding their unique twist to the recipe.

CaribbeanTTdrink
30 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
4 eggs
rind of 1 lime
evaporated milk
3/4 bottle of deep on chin rum
sweetened condensed milk
caramel
nutmeg
cinnamon
allspice
bitters
mint emulsion or peppermint oil
granulated sugar
caramel syrup

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: white rum

Rum extract provides flavor without alcohol.

1

Remove the shilaza from the eggs.

2

Add the rind of one lime to the mixture.

3

Pour in evaporated milk.

4

Add about 3/4 of a bottle of deep on chin rum that has been infused with bay leaf and cinnamon leaves.

5

Incorporate sweetened condensed milk into the mixture.

6

Add caramel to the mixture.

7

Sprinkle in nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice for flavor.

8

Drizzle a few drops of bitters into the mixture.

9

Add mint emulsion or peppermint oil for flavor.

10

Garnish the glass with granulated sugar and caramel syrup.

11

Pour the ponche de creme into the garnished glass.

12

Sprinkle a little bit of nutmeg and cinnamon on top of the drink.

13

Bottle the remaining ponche de creme for gifting.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

Trinidadian EggnogCaribbean Eggnog

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