You do not need it if you are making a non-alcoholic eggnog, but you will need it or some other form of alcohol if you want it to be alcoholic.
Eggnog is cream colored.
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No, basic eggnog has no caffeine. It is mainly made of eggs, milk, and cream.
Modern eggnog base is made from eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, sugar, and spices.
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Spiced eggnog is very similar to eggnog punch, but spices are added rather than vanilla ice cream. Some of the possible spices that are added are nutmeg, cinnamon, or vanilla.
Erin Cream, Everclear, Eggnog,
Typically by adding rum.
2 tablespoon of vanilla ice cream
Eggnog is traditionally made with milk, cream, sugar, whisked egg whites and yolks, and, may include alcoholic spirits.
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