Can homemade eggnog make you sick?

Table of Contents:

1. Can homemade eggnog make you sick?
2. Is eggnog cooked or raw?
3. How would you describe the taste of eggnog?
4. Can you use light rum in eggnog?
5. Do you serve eggnog over ice?

Can homemade eggnog make you sick?

Is it time to update your eggnog recipes to avoid the risk of foodborne illness? Refrigerated eggs with clean, uncracked shells can still be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. Eggs must be cooked to 160 degrees F to kill bacteria such as Salmonella that may be present.

Is eggnog cooked or raw?

Traditional eggnog is made with raw egg. Although, when alcohol is added to the eggnog, the alcohol acts as a preservative. Alcohol prevents the eggs from developing Salmonella or any other bacteria for that matter. So making it safe to consume.

How would you describe the taste of eggnog?

Eggnog has a sweet flavour instead of the savoury flavour. A glass of eggnog tastes like melted ice cream that rolls down your throat smoothly. Sometimes, people compare eggnog's taste to that of a custard ice cream. They are both creamy and rich, with a spicy overtone because of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.

Can you use light rum in eggnog?

Stay away from white and spiced rums. Choose a gold or aged rum instead as the other two styles are either too light or too spicy for a good eggnog.

Do you serve eggnog over ice?

Although cartons of the creamy beverage can be found in the aisles of most grocery stores, no eggnog tastes better than the one that is freshly made and served immediately, chilled over ice cubes and spiced with a touch of nutmeg.