Tom and Jerry

Instructions

1. 01

   Separate egg whites from yolks into two large bowls.

2. 02

   Add butter and sugar to egg yolks, and beat with an electric mixer. Mix will be slightly chunky.

3. 03

   Beat egg whites to stiff peaks (using clean beaters).

4. 04

   Using a spatula, gently fold egg whites into yolk mixture until color and consistency is the same.

5. 05

   To finish the batter, stir in allspice, cinnamon, cloves and vanilla.

6. 06

   If desired, batter can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator, covered, for a few hours before assembly.

7. 07

   To assemble Tom and Jerrys, gently heat milk in a saucepan over low heat (amount depends on how many drinks you plan to serve).

8. 08

   Add 1 tablespoon of batter to a mug or small rocks glass.

9. 09

   While constantly stirring batter, add one ounce brandy and one ounce rum.

10. 10

    Fill to the top with milk (or hot water, or a 1:1 ratio), and stir until foamy.

11. 11

    Grate fresh nutmeg over top to garnish.