Ah, the classic holiday booze-up. Adding rum, bourbon, or brandy to eggnog is like putting training wheels on a unicorn—it just works. But be careful: one glass is cozy, two glasses is a nap, and three glasses is you trying to explain to your aunt why you’re hugging the Christmas tree.
I did the spiked nog thing once at a work party. I thought I was being sophisticated, but I ended up telling my boss that her reindeer sweater “looked like a tax audit.” She did not laugh. Eggnog doesn’t care about your career choices.
What If You Hate It? Don’t Panic.
Not everyone loves eggnog, and that’s okay. It’s a thick, spicy, custard-like experience that some people describe as “drinking a candle.” If you’re on the fence, try a tiny sip from a friend’s cup. That way, you can make a dramatic face and say, “Wow, it’s… interesting!” without committing to a whole glass.
I once watched a guy take a huge gulp of eggnog thinking it was milk. His face turned the color of a fire extinguisher. He survived, but he now claims eggnog is “the devil’s gravy.” Respect the viscosity.
Eggnog: Festive Holiday Drink Recipe & History
