Eierpunsch is one of those holiday treats that catches you by surprise. Found at German Christmas markets, it’s a warm, creamy egg punch that feels like a hug in a mug—sweet, spiced, and just boozy enough to make your cheeks glow.
Made from egg liqueur, sugar, white wine or Champagne, and a splash of orange juice, it’s often topped with whipped cream and kissed with vanilla or cinnamon. Sometimes, a dash of rum sneaks in for extra warmth.
Served piping hot, Eierpunsch is the kind of drink that makes you linger a little longer at the market stall, watching the snow fall and listening to carolers in the distance. It’s festive, comforting, and far more delicious than you’d ever expect from something called “egg punch.” This season, I decided to make it at home—and it might just become a new holiday tradition.
Eierpunsch can be found at almost every Christmas Market
Sometimes, it also includes a splash of rum or other spirits to enhance its flavor. Eierpunsch is typically served hot and is enjoyed as a festive treat during the holiday season, providing warmth and comfort in the chilly winter air. It is something not be expected to taste this good
If you don’t have any of the Eggnog liqueur below, you would heat plain Eggnog, add some Rum. Prepare the recipe below, fill in 6 cups or glasses and decorate with spray whipping cream. Sip with a straw
Eierpunsch can easily become your favorite drink at the Christmas Market
American brands Eggnog Spirits are Evan Williams made with Whisky, or Christian Brothers (Brandy). The best in my opinion is the more expensive imported Eggnog Liqueur is Verpoorten with Brandy and Bols. Both are Advocaat. All should be available in the US at least 6 weeks before Christmas at the Liquor store.
The Verpoorten Advocaat distillers worked on the recipe for more than 140 years in the Verpoorten Liqueur Factory. In 1876, Eugen Verpoorten finally found the perfect ingredient: Egg Yolk!
The fat contained in the egg yolk forms an emulsion with alcohol and sugar, creating the typical creamy consistency. The Eierlikör was invented.
Today, VERPOORTEN, located in Bonn, is the fifth generation to produce this Eggnog Liqueur according to the closely guarded family recipe. Since 1961, VERPOORTEN has been using the slogan “Ei-Ei-Ei-Verpoorten, whether here or everywhere”. Everyone knows this advertising jingle.
Eierpunsch or Eggnog Liqueur Punsch
Ingredients
- 3 cups Egg Liquor
- 2 cups White wine (or Champagne)
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 tbsp sugar (brown sugar) to your taste
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract or 2 tsp Cinnamon
- Spray whipping cream to decorate (optional)
Another option: You can simply make your own Eggnog Liqueur here!
Instructions
- Egg liqueur and Wine needs to be the same temperature.
- Whisk the Egg Liqueur and the white wine in a small saucepan before heating.
- Add the orange juice, vanilla and sugar (or cinnamon) and slowly heat while stirring.
- Bring it to simmer, but do not boil.
Notes
Fill in 6 cups or glasses and decorate with spray whipping cream. Sip with a straw
Missing the German Christmas Markets? You can shop here for the famous Pyramids and celebrate the season
