![]() ![]() ![]() So Delicious Dairy-Free Coconut Milk Holiday NogĬoconut really comes through strong with this, which isn’t a criticism, but did make me think more of coquito than traditional eggnog. This nog was among the sweetest in the sample group, which might work for you if you’re planning to mix in liquor and additional spices, but was a bit too much when sipped as-is. This nog looked and smelled fine, but the taste just did not work for me. It also comes in a 48 ounce jug, which might be useful if you’re planning to serve your vegan eggnog for a holiday party. I generally really like Califia Farms products and I appreciate that this one was the most widely-available, sold at nearly every store I checked in the process of shopping for this test. Despite all those promising elements, this one came in second place for me due to underwhelming flavor not bad, just a bit faint. As soon as you open the carton, you’ll get a wallop of nog aroma and it looks great in the cup with an extra-thick texture and deep creamy color showing lots of nutmeg specks. If you’re not able to do the Almond Breeze due to allergy or preference, this seasonal Trader Joe’s option is my second choice in the nog-off. Trader Joe’s O’Nog Non-Dairy Oat Beverageīeing married to someone with a nut allergy, I know it can be a bummer when so much plant-based dairy ends up being made from nuts. The aroma is good and… noggy(?), flavor seems pleasant and natural, and there’s no icky aftertaste. It has a pleasingly dark cream color accented by a small number of spice specks, and pours with an appropriate thickness that sticks to the sides of the glass as you take a sip. This one ended up the winner amongst the six I tried. So that you, dear reader, do not waste your time, money, and tastebuds on anything less than the best available dairy-free holiday cream drink, I drove around to multiple Los Angeles-area supermarkets to pick up as many brands as I could find and stage a side-by-side comparison. And, as you probably know first-hand, supermarket nog is highly hit-or-miss. Nonetheless, it’s as much a part of holiday traditions as pumpkin spice is of fall – and, even though I know I’m probably going to feel a little regret afterwards, at least once a December, I crave a cup of the creamy, nutmeg-dusted stuff.Ī person more dedicated to the task would make their own, but for a vegan eggnog dilettante such as myself, looking for a quick sip (or, more likely, just something to dollop into a cup of coffee) the store-bought stuff is my go-to. Let’s just get this out of the way right away: carton eggnog (in my case, vegan eggnog offerings) is never quite right or great in comparison to something whipped up fresh, and even the very best homemade nog is kind of a strange proposition (is it, like, a melted milkshake, but on purpose?). Learn more about how we work with affiliates here.Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! The following article contains affiliate links that may generate a small commission to us when you make a purchase through the link. So what’s the best eggnog for Christmas this year? Let’s get into it. Good eggnog should feel like a special treat. We looked for eggnog that had a deliciously rich flavor, good spice, and appropriate thickness. Eggnog, like you and me, contains multitudes.įor this taste test, we tasted non-alcoholic nogs. And in addition to being dangerously decadent, eggnog is also warmly spiced and comforting. But, hey, all the best foods certainly shorten our lifespans. Eggnog has buttery, thick, fatty richness going for it, and that’s reflected in the nutritional facts (don’t read those on a carton of eggnog, btw). It’s creamy, sure, but not in that thin, watery way that milk is. Eggnog is great because it’s so damn rich and luxurious. Here’s what we think you ought to buy this December.ĪBut for some reason, when the calendar flips to December, I do all of those things. Eggnog is a special holiday treat we don’t drink it often, so we want it to blow us away. ![]() Nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, and allspice are all welcome in this eggnog tasting. Eggnog is best when it’s thick and fatty, but also flavored with aromatics. The best eggnog should be buttery, sweet, and well spiced. ![]()
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