Twelve Eggnogs for Christmas

Eggnog is one of the traditional drinks of the holiday season, but let's face it: you either love it or you hate it. However, if the flavor of traditional eggnog isn't your cup of tea, so to speak, there are some really good variations that might be more to your liking.

12 Nogs for Christmas...

1. Homemade Eggnog - brandy, vanilla, eggs
2. Low Carb Eggnog - brandy, rum, Splenda, eggnog-flavored oil
3. Low Fat Eggnog - brandy, rum, evaporated milk, egg substitute, egg
4. Vegan Eggnog - rum, brandy, soymilk, tofu

5. Coffee Eggnog - whiskey, coffee, coffee ice cream, pre-made eggnog
6. Spicy Apple Eggnog - apple brandy, cream, eggs
   - From Diana Rattray, About.com Southern Food Guide

7. Coquito (Puerto Rican Rum Eggnog) - white rum, cream of coconut, milk, no eggs
   - From Hector Rodriguez, About.com Latin Caribbean Food Guide

8. Baltimore Eggnog - peach brandy, brandy, light rum, eggs
9. Chocolate Eggnog - dark rum, Kahlua, chocolate milk, eggs
10. Hypatia's Eggnog - Grand Marnier, rum, brandy, eggs
11. Rompope (Mexican Eggnog) - rum, almonds, egg yolks
    - From Sean Paajanen, About.com Coffee and Team Guide

12. Chestnut Eggnog - brandy, chestnut puree, eggs
    - From www.CocktailTimes.com

Chestnut Eggnog Photo Courtesy of: © www.CocktailTimes.com