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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Christmas and New Year » Sabajón Colombiano (colombian-style Eggnog)

    Sabajón Colombiano (Colombian-Style Eggnog)

    Nov 14, 2022 by Erica Dinho · 20 Comments

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    Sabajón is the Colombian version of eggnog, spiked with Aguardiente (firewater), a strong alcoholic drink made from anise and sugar cane or rum.

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    What is Sabajón?

    It' s the Colombian version of eggnog, spiked with Aguardiente (firewater), a strong alcoholic drink made from anise and sugar cane or rum. I personally prefer it with rum, but feel free to change the rum for Aguardiente if you prefer.

    Colombian Sabajón is a creamy, rich and delicious drink popular during the Christmas season, but is also enjoyed throughout the year and at other special celebrations around the country. My mom and aunts usually keep a bottle of Sabajón in the fridge all year-round for unexpected visitors and has been a staple at every family party for as along as I can remember.

    This Colombian- Style Eggnog does not use raw eggs, the yolks are cook in low heat until a thick custard is form.

    What do yo need to make this Drink

    Milk: You need to use whole milk to make this cocktail.

    Egg yolks: Use cage free organic eggs.

    Sweet condensed milk: It gives amazing flavor, richness and sweetness to this recipe.

    Flavor: Vanilla extract and cinnamon.

    Sugar: granulated white sugar.

    Corn starch: It helps the drink to be thicker and creamier.

    Rum: to your taste, I use about 1 cup of rum for mine and my mom uses about 2 cups for hers.

    Below you'll find the recipe card with ingredients and cooking instructions.

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    Colombian Sabajón Recipe

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 375 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 6 cups of whole milk
    • 6 egg yolks
    • 1 can sweet condensed milk
    • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 2 tbsp corn starch
    • Rum to your taste I use about 1 cup of rum for mine and my mom uses about 2 cups for hers.
    • Ground cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • Place 5 cups of the milk with the sugar and vanilla in a pot and bring to a boil, cook on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Place the rest of the milk, egg yolks, corn starch and the condensed milk in a blender. Blend until well combined.
    • Add the egg yolk mixture slowly to the milk and stir well. Continue over low heat and simmer, stirring often, until slightly thickened, about 8 to 10 minutes.
    • Remove from the heat and let it cool. Strain the mixture through a sieve and pour into a serving pitcher.
    • Cool down completely and stir in the rum or aguardiente. Add more milk if necessary.
    • Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve the eggnog in glasses, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.

    Notes

    *Keep it well covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 182mgSodium: 148mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 1gSugar: 49gVitamin A: 623IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 365mgIron: 1mg
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    I’m not much of a drinker, but this is one my favorite alcoholic drinks. Here is my mom's easy Sabajón Colombiano recipe that is totally painless to make and absolutely delicious.

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    Buen provecho!

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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Comments

    1. Belinda @zomppa

      May 12, 2013 at 6:21 am

      5 stars
      The sweetness of the condense milk I am sure make this irrestible!

      Reply
    2. Guillermo

      May 13, 2013 at 12:05 am

      5 stars
      Thanks ! Erica I 've always wondered how to make this wonderful cocktail from Colombia. It reminds me Christmas time at home .My Dad used to bring it over for the holidays.It's so unique !

      Reply
    3. Ivy

      May 13, 2013 at 12:10 pm

      5 stars
      It sounds very good although we don't drink alcohol, I could drink some of this.

      Reply
      • Anonymous

        December 23, 2021 at 9:25 pm

        You say to add condensed milk but it's not in the ingredients list. How much?

        Reply
        • Diana

          January 08, 2022 at 1:08 pm

          5 stars
          It is true. In the Spanish version says 1 can of condense milk in the list of ingredients. But in the English version this ingredient is missing since the begining.

          Reply
          • Erica Dinho

            January 11, 2022 at 10:10 am

            I updated the recipe.

            Reply
    4. Nusrat Azim

      May 14, 2013 at 11:46 am

      5 stars
      Bring me that 'Mama Mia' eggnog !
      Dashing off to the kitchen to make it right now 🙂

      Reply
    5. Evelyne@cheapethniceatz

      May 14, 2013 at 12:39 pm

      5 stars
      Sounds amazin, I will enjoy a glas and to your mother's health!

      Reply
    6. grace

      May 14, 2013 at 3:23 pm

      5 stars
      so decadent! corn starch is a magical thickener, and i love the cinnamon sprinkled on top!

      Reply
    7. Nora

      May 18, 2013 at 10:50 am

      5 stars
      Me encanta el sabajón, pero siempre que le pongo la leche condensada se me corta (?). Yo tengo la receta de mi abuela y me queda riquísimo, tengo que hacerla "fijo" para año nuevo.

      Reply
    8. Luciamunecalindacarajo

      June 03, 2013 at 9:27 pm

      5 stars
      I'm going to try it soon recuerdo mi ninez

      Reply
    9. Amber Elias

      November 29, 2017 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I have some aguardiente now, although I've never sipped aguardiente. I've only drank it in shots. I remember being 14 and in Calarca when the soccer team won a game and there were people with handles of aguardiente around their necks and passing out shots to everyone. Good times! I miss Colombia so much!

      Reply
    10. Jackie King

      November 29, 2017 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      How long will this keep in the fridge?

      Reply
    11. Maria

      December 08, 2020 at 9:21 am

      5 stars
      Hola, cuanto tiempo se puede dejar en la nevera?

      Reply
    12. Adriana Gutierrez

      December 31, 2020 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      I use a simpler, more potent version:
      1. Mix and bring to a boil 1 can comdensed milk, 2 cans whole milk and 4 egg yolks.
      2. Remove from heat and add 1 can rum or brandy.
      3. Serve chilled.

      Reply
    13. Paula

      November 23, 2021 at 1:27 pm

      Hi! You mention condensed milk in the recipe but it is not in the ingredient list? Can you explain, please?

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Erica Dinho

        November 29, 2021 at 11:00 am

        You can add it as a topping. It's optional.

        Reply
    14. Anonymous

      December 23, 2021 at 9:49 pm

      how much of the sweetened condensed milk? i don't see it in the ingredient list.

      Reply
      • Erica Dinho

        December 29, 2021 at 4:27 pm

        That is optional. You can drizzle it to your own taste.

        Reply
    15. Jennifer Molinares

      December 28, 2022 at 11:24 pm

      Hello, what brand of rum do you use?

      Reply

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