How it tastes
Coffee first, eggnog second, sugar third. The whole egg gives the drink a thick, almost custardy mouthfeel that ordinary coffee drinks can't reach. The egg yolk also rounds the espresso's bitter edge. Without dairy, the coffee stays sharper than a latte but softer than a black espresso. The nutmeg on top is the eggnog signature. People who haven't met a proper egg-cocktail before are sometimes wary. After one sip, the wariness usually goes away.
Why we built it
Bleggnogg is one of our oldest house drinks. The name is a portmanteau of "black" + "eggnog" that an early customer coined and that we couldn't bring ourselves to drop. We make it because eggnog is a beautiful texture profile that almost no bar uses outside December, and because pairing it with espresso (which already has its own foam culture) made the texture even better. It's also the easiest answer to "do you have anything like a coffee dessert that isn't sweet?" More on our non-alcoholic philosophy here.
Where to drink it
On request at Dissolved Solids in Damansara Kim, Petaling Jaya. The egg is fresh, the espresso is fresh. Reserve a table for the easiest seat.
Frequently asked questions
What glass is the Bleggnogg served in?
A chilled coupe, double-strained. The shallow bowl shows the thick beige foam and the three floating coffee beans, which are the drink's visual signatures. A rocks glass also works but loses the foam display; the dry shake builds height that the coupe shows off best.
Can I substitute the whole egg?
Aquafaba (chickpea brine) works for vegan versions but loses the custard mouthfeel that defines the drink. Pasteurised egg whites work for safety but lose the yolk's richness that rounds the espresso's bitter edge. The whole egg is structural. If you want it without egg, drink our Espresso Martini or Floral Mango instead.
How strong is the Bleggnogg?
Zero alcohol. The drink contains no spirit. Caffeine is the only stimulant (about 80 to 120mg from the double espresso). Safe to drive after; bad idea right before bed. The whole egg is the body, the espresso is the engine, the nutmeg is the eggnog signature.
Where can I order a Bleggnogg in PJ or KL?
At Dissolved Solids (Damansara Kim, 43-1 Jalan SS20/11, Tue-Sun 15:00 to 01:00, WhatsApp +60 11-4008 7607). This is the house specialty, named by a customer years ago, and we are the only bar in the Klang Valley making it. Pasteurised eggs available on request. Soluble Solids will pour on advance request via WhatsApp +60 11-1682 8651.
What food pairs with the Bleggnogg?
Brunch-shaped food and desserts. Croissants, banana bread, chocolate cake, tiramisu, custard tart, salted caramel pudding. The egg-and-coffee profile also bridges into savoury brunch (eggs Benedict, smoked salmon bagel). Avoid spicy heat; the custard mouthfeel doesn't want competition.