Now, rum and eggnog is a classic combo, but please don’t use the cheap stuff that tastes like regret. Grab an aged rum—something dark and molasses-y, like a pirate’s secret weapon. A good one from Jamaica or Barbados can add layers of toffee and dried fruit, making your nog taste like a Caribbean plot twist.
Fun fact: medieval monks used to drink eggnog with rum to warm up in cold chapels. I’m not saying it’s holy water, but I am saying those monks knew how to survive a sermon. One drop of overproof rum, though, and you’ll be speaking in tongues. Proceed with caution and a designated sleigh driver.
The Surprise Contender: Mezcal
Here’s where we get weird—and amazing. Mezcal is smoky, earthy, and tastes like a campfire that went to art school. When you mix it with eggnog, something bizarre happens: the smoke makes the cream taste almost savory, like a dessert that’s plotting a coup. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re tired of boring eggnog, this is your ticket to rebellion.
SPIKED EGGNOG!! We Mixed 10 Liquors with Eggnog - See Which Taste the
I once served mezcal-nog to a friend who called it “aggressively festive.” She then drank three glasses and started arguing about the best way to fold a fitted sheet. The smoke unlocks hidden opinions. Good luck.
