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The preparation begins by mixing the liquors, followed by the careful separation of egg yolks and whites. The procedure calls for meticulous mixing with sugar, gradually incorporating milk and cream—a process that evokes the joy of cooking.

Questioning Authenticity: Did Washington Really Create This Recipe?

An intriguing aspect of Washington's eggnog is the scrutiny over its authenticity. According to "The Farmer's Almanac," the recipe supposedly stemmed from kitchen records at Mount Vernon. However, upon deeper investigation, the earliest documentation appears to be from 1948 in Olive Bailey’s "Christmas with the Washingtons," which lacks reliable sources.