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Rompope (Mexican Eggnog)

Published: Dec 11, 2014 · Updated: Nov 11, 2022 by Mely Martínez

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 If you love eggnog, you're going to love this Rompope recipe. This rich and full of spices, Rompope is one of the most popular drinks to enjoy around the holidays. Learn how to make a cup of this creamy and delicious Mexican Rompope at home.

Rompope on a glass garnish with a stick of cinnamon
Mexican Eggnog Rompope

History of Mexican Eggnog | Rompope

Rompope is a famous drink from the City of Puebla, Mexico. Its origins go back to colonial times around 1954 when Franciscan friars arrived in Mexico. During these times, convents were established, especially the Santa Clara convent. The nuns of the Santa Clara Convent used to combine ingredients that created dishes like Mole, Chiles in nogada, and Eggnog.

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  • History of Mexican Eggnog | Rompope
  • Frequently Asked Questions About Mexican Rompope
  • Mexican Rompope Recipe
  • How To Make Rompope Eggnog: Step By Step Tutorial
  • More Authentic Mexican Recipes To Enjoy
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It is believed that the Santa Clara nuns borrowed the idea of the Spanish drink Rompon an egg punch (ponche de huevo) , and was adapted with Mexican spices.  Exclusively prepared for the priests and other religious authorities of the Catholic Church; over time, the drink’s popularity surpassed the convent walls.

Nowadays, Rompope (along with Tequila and Mezcal) has a privileged place among traditional Mexican drinks. And can be found at extensive wine & liquor stores like Total Wine and even online.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mexican Rompope

What is Rompope made of?

A basic recipe for Rompope includes milk, egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and Rum or some sort of alcohol. The different flavorings are nutmeg, vanilla, almonds, pecans, orange blossom water, clove, pine nuts, and even pistachios.

What does Rompope taste like?

Rompope taste and texture resemble eggnog, made with milk, eggs, and Mexican spices. Depending on the season, people drink it cold, warm, or chilled.

What does Rompope mean in Mexican?

Rompope comes from the word Ronpon, the eggnog variation from Spain.

What type of alcohol is Rompope?

Mexican Rompope is traditionally found with rum,  and the most popular Rompope Brands in Mexico are Santa Clara, Coronado, and the Holandesa Brand. All are found in any grocery store in Mexico.

How long does this drink last in the refrigerator?

Store any leftovers in sterilized bottles, which will last up to 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator.

Does Rompope have alcohol in it?

Yes, I like to add either rum or brandy to my eggnog drink. If you leave the alcohol out, it will still taste delicious! The alcohol is optional but highly recommended since that is the way it is made in Mexico.

How do you serve Rompope?

This drink is usually served at room temperature, but some people like to enjoy it with some ice cubes. I prefer mine with a couple of ice cubes, too.

Mexican Rompope Recipe

Here is a list of ingredients you will need to make this drink.

  • Whole Milk
  • Sugar
  • Baking Soda
  • Mexican Cinnamon
  • Cloves
  • Egg Yolks
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • Vanilla
  • Rum or Brandy

Please note: For exact measurements of the ingredients listed above, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this post!

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Drink Tips:

  • You can adjust the amount of nutmeg to your personal taste. Usually, a pinch of ground nutmeg will be enough for most.
  • Add a dash of freshly ground cinnamon at serving time for an extra decorative touch.
  • The same concept applies to alcohol: you can reduce or increase the amount to fit your liking.
Ingredientes like eggs, milk and spices.

How To Make Rompope Eggnog: Step By Step Tutorial

To make things easier for you, I am going to break down the directions for this recipe into sections.

Simmer The Milk and Spices

  • Mix milk, cinnamon, cloves, sugar, nutmeg, and a pinch of baking soda in a saucepan and stir.
  • Place saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Then, turn to low heat and simmer for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the milk to absorb the cinnamon and cloves flavors.
  • Turn off the heat and remove the saucepan from the stove to cool.
Milk, sugar and spices in a saucepan

Beat In Egg Yolks

  • While the milk is cooling, whisk the egg yolks until they are a pale yellow. You can use your mixer if you want for this step, but it is not necessary.
  • Slowly pour the egg yolk mix into the already-cooled milk and stir. Once it is completely incorporated, place the saucepan back on the stove and turn the heat on to medium-high, stirring frequently.
  • Cook the mixture, frequently stirring to avoid curdling, for about 5-7 minutes or until the mixture becomes thick.

Note: The thickness of the mixture should be able to coat the back of a spoon. 

Milk mixture and egg yolk in a saucepan

Filter Out Extra Spices

  • Remove from heat and pass through a sieve to discard cinnamon sticks and cloves.
  • Add rum or brandy, and mix well.
  • Pour into another container with a lid and let it cool for a couple of hours, and refrigerate.

Note: The Rompope will taste best if you let it season the flavors by storing it in a sealed container or bottle for a few hours. 

Eggs yolks and milk mixture pass through a sieve

What To Serve With Rompope

Whenever I make this drink, I prefer to serve it with a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Rompope is traditionally a Christmas or holiday drink, so check out this list of Mexican holiday recipes you can serve. Sopapillas are sweet and taste delicious with the creamy drink. Chocolate tamales are also very popular this time of year!

More Authentic Mexican Recipes To Enjoy

If you enjoyed this recipe for Rompope, take a look at some of these other authentic Mexican recipes:

  • Authentic Mexican Horchata
  • Guava Agua Fresca Drink
  • Prickly Pear Drink
  • White Atole With Milk
  • Mulled Wine Recipe

I hope you make this Mexican eggnog recipe in the Holidays season! If this recipe was of any help to you, come back to let me know your experience. Please leave us a comment below and tell us all about it!

¡Buen Provecho!

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Mely

Rompope on a glass garnish with a stick of cinnamon

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Rompope (Mexican Eggnog)

Mely Martínez
A basic recipe for Rompope includes milk, egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and some sort of alcohol. The different flavorings are nutmeg, vanilla, almonds, pecans, orange blossom water, clove, pine nuts and even pistachios. I hope you enjoy this delicious recipe.
4.60 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 Cups
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups 1 liter of whole milk
  • 1 cup 250 grams of sugar
  • 1 pinch of baking soda
  • 1 stick of Mexican Cinnamon
  • 2 cloves
  • 12 egg yolks from large size eggs
  • ⅛ teaspoon of ground nutmeg*
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup 118 ml Rum or Brandy**

Instructions
 

  • Mix milk, cinnamon, cloves, sugar, nutmeg, and a pinch of baking soda in a saucepan and stir. Place saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Then turn the heat to low and simmer for about 8-10 minutes, allowing the milk to absorb the cinnamon and cloves flavors.
  • Turn off the heat and remove the saucepan from the stove to cool.
  • While the milk is cooling, whisk the egg yolks until they are a pale yellow. You can use your mixer if you want for this step.
  • Slowly pour the egg yolk mix into the already-cooled milk and stir. Once it is completely incorporated, place the saucepan back on the stove and turn the heat on to medium-high, stirring frequently. Cook the mixture, frequently stirring to avoid curdling, for about 5-7 minutes or until the mixture become thick.
  • Remove from heat and pass through a sieve to discard cinnamon sticks and cloves. Add rum or brandy, and mix well. Pour into another container with a lid and let it cool for a couple of hours and refrigerate. The Rompope will taste best if you let the flavors combine by storing it in the fridge for 2 weeks. But you can use it right away.

Serve sprinkled with a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg.

    Notes

    * You can adjust the amount of nutmeg to your personal taste. Usually, a pinch of ground nutmeg will be enough for most.
    ** The same concept applies to the amount of alcohol: you can reduce or increase the amount to fit your liking.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 212mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 234mgFiber: 1gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 525IUCalcium: 213mgIron: 0.6mg
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    Rompope on a glass garnish with a stick of cinnamon

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    1. patrick mcdonnal

      October 02, 2021 at 11:42 pm

      Well, for my first attempt at this delicious concoction, I have to brag a little and say it is SCREAMIN !!!
      Iv'e made egg nog and custard too many times to count, so this was a breeze to make, but the flavors all blend together nicely, putting plain old egg nog to bed.
      5 stars of 5
      Winner

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    2. Gabriel

      November 26, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      In your directions, there is no mention as to when to add the vanilla extract. I went ahead and added it in after all the cooking, since I imagine vanilla flavor could be lost by evaporation during a cooking process.
      Thank you.

      Reply
      • Mely Martínez

        November 27, 2019 at 8:00 am

        Hello Gabriel,
        Thanks a lot for catching that up. Yes, add it at the end of the cooking process. Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    3. Marcy

      November 18, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      I love rompope, but didn't know it could be flavored with orange blossom water! How would I adjust the ingredients for that?

      Reply
      • Mely Martínez

        November 22, 2019 at 7:56 am

        Hi Marcy,
        Substitute the vanilla extract teaspoon with orange blossom water.

        Reply
    4. Maria

      November 09, 2019 at 8:08 am

      hola Mely, una pregunta. Cual es la caducidad del rompope? Cuanto dura sin que se eche a perder?

      Reply
      • Mely Martínez

        November 22, 2019 at 8:03 am

        Hola María,
        A mi me a durado 6 semanas en el refrigerador. Nunca lo he dejado a temperatura ambiente.

        Reply
    5. Tomás L.

      December 22, 2018 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you, first time trying to make this drink at home. It is really good!

      Reply
    6. Esther

      July 26, 2018 at 10:15 pm

      5 stars
      We can find bottled rompope in Latino markets here in Arizona, but I'm sure the homemade tastes so much better. Since I'm the only one who likes it, will scale the recipe back. Sounds delicious!

      Reply
    7. Nora Ceccopieri

      December 12, 2014 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      Maravilloso Mely! Te felicito por esta gran receta que nos regalas!
      Abrazos!

      Reply
    8. Catherine

      December 12, 2014 at 2:24 am

      5 stars
      Eggnog is such a delicious part of the holidays. This sounds wonderful. Catherine

      Reply

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