"EggNog" news and stories

Happy National Eggnog Month!

Though the thought of a cracked-egg cocktail may turn some stomachs, eggnog is a beloved tradition, embraced by Americans and Brits alike. While the creamy quaff has achieved ubiquity during the holiday season, it was initially limited only to the wealthy, who could afford ample milk and eggs, spiked with brandy or sherry, and used as a toast to good health.

Today's eggnog hasn't changed much from the initial versions, relying upon some sort of cream, beaten eggs, liquor, sugar and nutmeg. If you don't already have a coveted family recipe, we recommend the flavorful New York Times recipe for Butterscotch Scotch Eggnog -- "made smoky and rich with Scotch and brown sugar," it'll surely be embraced by decades to come.

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Happy National Eggnog Month!

Though the thought of a cracked-egg cocktail may turn some stomachs, eggnog is a beloved tradition, embraced by Americans and Brits alike. While the creamy quaff has achieved ubiquity during the holiday season, it was initially limited only to the wealthy, who could afford ample milk and eggs, spiked with brandy or sherry, and used as a toast to good health.

Today's eggnog hasn't changed much from the initial versions, relying upon some sort of cream, beaten eggs, liquor, sugar and nutmeg. If you don't already have a coveted family recipe, we recommend the flavorful New York Times recipe for Butterscotch Scotch Eggnog -- "made smoky and rich with Scotch and brown sugar," it'll surely be embraced by decades to come.

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Happy National Eggnog Day!

Infrequently (nay, never) have eggs and liquor been married into such a winning combination. But the pairing of egg and nog (British slang for strong ale) have become a loved and hated holiday tradition since the early nineteenth century.

The recipe -- which relies upon dairy, eggs, sugar, nutmeg and alcohol (typically whiskey, rum or brandy) -- was once used to toast to one's health but has since evolved to become a Christmas tradition. Get in the spirit with our recommended recipe.

If there's one thing to be said about eggnog, it's that it sparks a spirited love-hate debate. Do you enjoy a glass of it during the holidays or are you appalled by the thought of drinking raw egg? Weigh in, in the comments!

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