# What are you putting in your Eggnog? **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [December 20, 2006, 5:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937 "2006-12-20T17:22:48Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Bridget\_Burke](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7cd45c/32.png) [@Bridget\_Burke](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bridget_Burke)\ **Post date:** [December 20, 2006, 10:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/21 "2006-12-20T22:02:45Z")
[QUOTE=Winston Smith] Years ago, a friend introduced me to _Rebel Yell_ Whiskey. It’s bottom-shelf rotgut, and you invariably have to dust off the bottle, but it goes surprisingly well with Eggnog. Anyways, no Rebel Yell this year, but I’ve discovered Rum mixes nicely, as does Vodka (of course)… [/QUOTE] If you think Rebel Yell, is bottom-shelf rotgut, you’ve had a sheltered life. Ever drunk any Tom Moore? I’d pick dark rum to put the nog in my eggnog, but my favorite eggnog drink is not alcoholic. Mix an equal amount of chilled strong coffee with chilled eggnog. (Consider using flavored coffee.) Drink. The coffee cuts the sweetness–but this is still very rich. ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [December 20, 2006, 10:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/22 "2006-12-20T22:04:05Z")
[QUOTE=Lute Skywatcher] I make a fake egg nog due to dietary considerations. My SO likes it better than the real thing. 1 blender 1 carton French vanilla ice cream Milk Egg substitute Rum extract Nutmeg Scoop enough ice cream into the blender to loosely fill it. Pour milk in up to the top line. Pour in about two eggs’ worth of substitute Splash in some rum flavor. Sprinkle in some nutmeg. Blend. Adjust flavoring and nutmeg as needed. I’ve also make a chocolate version by adding some cocoa powder. [/QUOTE] Oh, forgot to mention that the ice cream we use is low carb. ---
**Author:** ![Khadaji](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/9e8a1a/32.png) [@Khadaji](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Khadaji)\ **Post date:** [December 20, 2006, 10:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/23 "2006-12-20T22:37:43Z")
I put Frangelica in for taste and vodka in for kick. ---
**Author:** ![kaylasdad99](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kaylasdad99/32/3398_2.png) [@kaylasdad99](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kaylasdad99)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 12:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/24 "2006-12-21T00:25:48Z")
My parents used to pick up a couple of bottles every season of Rum and Brandy to put into the egg nog (and the Tom and Jerry batter). I managed to find the same brands of both products in 1992, but not since then. The frustrating thing is I can’t even remember what the brand names were. But they were defnintely seasonal. ---
**Author:** ![mambocrow](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/9fc348/32.png) [@mambocrow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mambocrow)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 12:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/25 "2006-12-21T00:38:59Z")
Myers Rum and a sprinkle of powdered nutmeg. ---
**Author:** ![Wile\_E](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/c37758/32.png) [@Wile\_E](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wile_E)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 1:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/26 "2006-12-21T01:16:02Z")
I use Brandy. I’ve used rum before but I switched to brandy a couple years ago, I like it better. ---
**Author:** ![MsWhatsit](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/eb8c5e/32.png) [@MsWhatsit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MsWhatsit)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 2:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/27 "2006-12-21T02:07:33Z")
[QUOTE=gigi] Interesting…it doesn’t curdle? [/QUOTE] No, and I was surprised the first time MrWhatsit made it, too. Most people I tell about this think it sounds utterly disgusting, but seriously, try it sometime. Sprite and eggnog are two great tastes that taste great together. ---
**Author:** ![Trunk](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/87869e/32.png) [@Trunk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Trunk)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 12:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/28 "2006-12-21T12:51:50Z")
[QUOTE=Elza B] **Trunk** , I’m going to borrow that recipe. I love egg nog, but I’ve never made my own. I added Bailey’s to mine. Extremely rich, but yummy once or twice. E. [/QUOTE] That wasn’t exact, and there’s some details I left out. This sounds close to what I make: [http://256.com/gray/recipes/eggnog/](http://256.com/gray/recipes/eggnog/) it uses Rum and Bourbon which is what mine uses. In Step 2, beat the egg yolks until rather pale. If you let it sit, it will separate into a liquid layer, and a foamy layer. I actually like to stir it and it becomes the consistency of a milkshake. Remember. . .you can always add more booze, but you can’t take it out, so start light. I usually lightly spike mine, and keep a bottle nearby so that the drinker can alter to their liking. My wife likes it weak. And, I serve it cool. That recipe has it at room temp. ---
**Author:** ![Martini\_Enfield](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/martini_enfield/32/11123_2.png) [@Martini\_Enfield](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Martini_Enfield)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 1:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/29 "2006-12-21T13:05:49Z")
I’ve never had Eggnog, but it’s available from the supermarket all year round. What’s the attraction, exactly? ---
**Author:** ![Trunk](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/87869e/32.png) [@Trunk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Trunk)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 1:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/30 "2006-12-21T13:41:06Z")
[QUOTE=Martini Enfield] I’ve never had Eggnog, but it’s available from the supermarket all year round. What’s the attraction, exactly? [/QUOTE] What’s the attraction of any beverage? Eggnog is milky and sweet, with a hint of spice (at least the supermarket one). It’s a different taste, somewhat of an acquired taste. Some people associate it with the holidays and really only drink it at this time of year. ---
**Author:** ![BiblioCat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ed8c4c/32.png) [@BiblioCat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BiblioCat)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/31 "2006-12-21T14:00:05Z")
[QUOTE=gigi] But usually I add Kahlua. [/QUOTE] I like Kahlua, too. If you’re making it for a party, you can make it in a punch bowl - you add the Kahlua, and then gently fold in some whipped cream (Cool Whip is fine, too). To get real fancy, you can add a drizzle of chocolate syrup on top of each serving. ---
**Author:** ![gigi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/a587f6/32.png) [@gigi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gigi)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 5:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/32 "2006-12-21T17:04:09Z")
[QUOTE=MsWhatsit] No, and I was surprised the first time MrWhatsit made it, too. Most people I tell about this think it sounds utterly disgusting, but seriously, try it sometime. Sprite and eggnog are two great tastes that taste great together. [/QUOTE] Hmmm…I think I’m on board. ---
**Author:** ![Jake](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/f475e1/32.png) [@Jake](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jake)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2006, 9:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/33 "2006-12-21T21:51:22Z")
[QUOTE=Martini Enfield] I’ve never had Eggnog, but it’s available from the supermarket all year round. What’s the attraction, exactly? [/QUOTE] It’s something so high in calories and bad things for you one can only can indulge in it’s lovely goodness once a year. So enjoy! ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 1:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/34 "2006-12-22T01:05:22Z")
At the moment: Courvoisier VS cognac ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 2:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/35 "2006-12-22T02:13:19Z")
I polled the people on my LJ friends list. Some of the responses: strychnine ketchup a chainsaw a smile spit Those are from non-nogophiles. I happen to be one as well. ---
**Author:** ![Full\_Metal\_Lotus](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/df705f/32.png) [@Full\_Metal\_Lotus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Full_Metal_Lotus)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 2:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/36 "2006-12-22T02:36:09Z")
1. Buy a quart of “No-Name” brand eggnog 2. Put in the fridge, waaaaay in the back. 2.5) Leave it there. 3. Get out the rum Enjoy Not a fan of eggnog, nope, not at all… FML (PS) May your holidays be full of YOUR Favourite cheer! ---
**Author:** ![Winston\_Smith](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/e95f7d/32.png) [@Winston\_Smith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Winston_Smith)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 2:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/37 "2006-12-22T14:23:09Z")
[QUOTE=GingerOfTheNorth] I polled the people on my LJ friends list. Some of the responses: strychnine ketchup a chainsaw a smile spit Those are from non-nogophiles. I happen to be one as well. [/QUOTE] Mmmmm… Chainsaw. :: Drool :: ---
**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 2:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/38 "2006-12-22T14:42:26Z")
Fill big coffee cup about 1/3 of the way with eggnog. Add coffee. Heat and serve. ---
**Author:** ![blackhobyah](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/41988e/32.png) [@blackhobyah](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blackhobyah)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2006, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/39 "2006-12-22T21:07:08Z")
[QUOTE=Martini Enfield] I’ve never had Eggnog, but it’s available from the supermarket all year round. What’s the attraction, exactly? [/QUOTE] It’s basically uncooked custard with alcohol, so if you like custard, creme caramel, creme brulee, custard tarts and things of that ilk, chances are you’ll probably enjoy eggnog. ---
**Author:** ![GingerOfTheNorth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/cdc98d/32.png) [@GingerOfTheNorth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GingerOfTheNorth)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2006, 1:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937/40 "2006-12-23T01:30:14Z")
[QUOTE=blackhobyah] It’s basically uncooked custard with alcohol, so if you like custard, creme caramel, creme brulee, custard tarts and things of that ilk, chances are you’ll probably enjoy eggnog. [/QUOTE] Or not. I would rather eat puke. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-putting-in-your-eggnog/384937.md?page=1)