: a drink consisting of eggs beaten with sugar, milk or cream, and often alcoholic liquor
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The ingredients called for 2 ounces of Duke’s Mayo, 9 ounces of eggnog, 3 ounces of simple syrup, a dash of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a cup of ice.
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Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023
Compiled by the Associated Press And finally Watch USC coach Lincoln Riley get doused in eggnog to celebrate the Trojans’ Holiday Bowl win over Louisville.
—Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2023
Ground Nutmeg has a strong flavor and is a key ingredient in eggnog, cider, and mulled wine.
—Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2023
Charcuterie boards, eggnog, candy: For many, the holiday season means indulging in these types of unhealthy treats.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2023
While a known classic, eggnog can also be cutting edge.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
Virgin River's holiday episodes were the equivalent of a cozy blanket in front of a fireplace with spiced eggnog—a perfect combination of sugar and spice.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2023
The Hollywood Reporter’s original review is below: Deck the halls and crack open the eggnog.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2023
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Pour yourself a cup of eggnog and dive into this young adult rom-com that blends humor and heart.
—Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2023
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Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023
Compiled by the Associated Press And finally Watch USC coach Lincoln Riley get doused in eggnog to celebrate the Trojans’ Holiday Bowl win over Louisville.
—Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2023
Ground Nutmeg has a strong flavor and is a key ingredient in eggnog, cider, and mulled wine.
—Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2023
Charcuterie boards, eggnog, candy: For many, the holiday season means indulging in these types of unhealthy treats.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2023
While a known classic, eggnog can also be cutting edge.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
Virgin River's holiday episodes were the equivalent of a cozy blanket in front of a fireplace with spiced eggnog—a perfect combination of sugar and spice.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2023
The Hollywood Reporter’s original review is below: Deck the halls and crack open the eggnog.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2023
Grab it from your library Buy it Advertisement Finding My Elf
By David Valdes
HarperTeen
Valdes’ roots: Cuba / U.S.
Pour yourself a cup of eggnog and dive into this young adult rom-com that blends humor and heart.
—Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2023
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First Known Use
circa 1775, in the meaning defined above
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eggnog
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egg·nog
-ˌnäg 
: a drink made of eggs beaten with sugar, milk or cream, and often alcoholic liquor
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