Eggnog sells much better in cooler climatesâthe Midwest and Northeast, for exampleâthan in the warmer climates of the South. Dean Foods, which makes about one-third of the 130 million pounds of eggnog sold each year in the United States, says that its three most popular brands are all sold in the northernmost climates of the country.
Although associated with the holidays, eggnog doesnât need to be seasonal. Dairy plants could produce small batches of eggnog off-season for hard-core nogheads, but they donât because itâs not cost-effective. Even a small run involves processing the ingredients, cleaning the machinery out,
Sales of eggnog have quadrupled in the last 50 years, yet eggnog is widely available only two months out of the year. Noted libertarian Homer J. Simpson blames the government for its sudden disappearance.
In spite of all the above, some dairy plants actually do produce eggnog outside of the traditional holiday season. Since the 1990s, Dean Foods has produced an Easter-themed eggnog in a few markets leading up to the springtime holiday.
When does eggnog season start?
For todayâs manufacturers, eggnog season begins in the last half of October, but the exact start date varies by region, as individual plants decide when to ramp up production.
The drink was a wintertime favorite of the British aristocracy, who took it warm, mixed with brandy or sherry to prevent spoilage . Eventually eggnog became popular with American colonists, who replaced the expensive liquors with more readily available rum.
In spite of all the above, some dairy plants actually do produce eggnog outside of the traditional holiday season. Since the 1990s, Dean Foods has produced an Easter-themed eggnog in a few markets leading up to the springtime holiday.
Manufacturers have noticed that the colder it is, the more eggnog people buy. Eggnog sells much better in cooler climatesâthe Midwest and Northeast, for exampleâthan in the warmer climates of the South.
Although associated with the holidays, eggnog doesnât need to be seasonal. Dairy plants could produce small batches of eggnog off-season for hard-core nogheads, but they donât because itâs not cost-effective.
Where can I buy eggnog?
Look in the baking aisle of your supermarket. Bordons sells a tall can of eggnog. Iâve found it all year. Obviously,we arenât the only ones with a taste for it out of season. Look on the top shelves.
Eggnog is rumored to originate in Europe.
Eggnog is made from a recipe of eggs, cream, sugar with either rum, brandy or bourbon added. Granted, there are products called âEggnogâ available at retail stores, but they arenât eggnog, as they are loaded with artificial flavorings and other ingredients. Some are even made âvirgin,â with no alcohol content.
You can always contact them, and ask where the nearest store is that they deliver to.They would be willing to at least tell you that much. Or talk to the grocer at your local supermarket, and they will usually be able to order
You can always contact them, and ask where the nearest store is that they deliver to.They would be willing to at least tell you that much. Or talk to the grocer at your local supermarket, and they will usually be able to order it for you, since they know you will be buying it. That’s how we got year round eggnog around here.
Although it can be pretty much impossible to buy eggnog year round, you could make your own. Eggnog is actually pretty simple to make it just takes some time and ingredients. Some grocery stores (especially small ones) may sell eggnog year round.
Amazon (and possibly other retailers) sell Borden eggnog all year âround.
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