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The recipe begins with three pints of beer, five egg yolks, and a range of spices including ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, combined with Demerara sugar or standard dark brown sugar for those in the United States. Miller's enthusiasm shines as he details the step-by-step process that involves beating the egg yolks with sugar until light and frothy before blending them with other ingredients heated to a gentle boil.
A crucial point made by Miller is the importance of temperature and timing. Viewers learn that while the recipe can be adapted for children, keeping the alcohol content intact for adult versions is essential. With a low simmer, the liquid undergoes careful monitoring to avoid scrambling the eggs, ensuring the integrity of the rich buttery blend.