Mocha Eggnog - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1/2 cup hot water
1 (32 ounce) carton eggnog
1/4 - 1/2 cup brandy (optional)
1/2 cup chocolate syrup
1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped

Preparation

Dissolve the instant coffee granules in the hot water and let cool.
Combine the coffee, eggnog, and brandy if using; mix well.
Add chocolate syrup, and cover and chill thoroughly.
Fold in whipped cream just before serving.
Garnish with grated semisweet chocolate if desired.