Eggnog reigns as one of the most popular flavors of the season. Sip local eggnog straight up, or enjoy it in the form of eggnog-flavored treats.
As sad as it makes us, we must accept that pumpkin spice season has come to an end. Fortunately, the holiday season brings with it a slew of new flavor options to spice up our coffees, cocktails, and desserts. Of all the classic wintertime flavors, eggnog is perhaps the most polarizing. The beverage—typically made with egg, sugar, milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract—is delicious on its own, but it really shines in the form of sweets like ice cream and cupcakes.
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If you don’t feel like making your own eggnog-laden treat, head to one of these Hudson Valley purveyors and savor the seasonal sweetness of eggnog in its many forms.
Classic ‘Nog
If you want to enjoy eggnog the traditional way, do yourself a favor and buy local—we promise, it really makes a difference. While you can drink it on its own, many eggnog enthusiasts enjoy the beverage with liquors like brandy or bourbon.
Hudson Valley Fresh
Locations around the Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley Fresh makes it easy to locate its eggnog; simply enter your zip code on the website and discover which nearby stores carry the products. Snag a quart of the finest eggnog for use in cocktails, recipes, or simply for sipping.
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Ronnybrook Farm Dairy
Ancramdale
The New York Times called Ronnybrook the “Dom Perignon of Dairy,” and for good reason. For the past three decades, the Hudson Valley-based dairy distributor has shared its “high quality super-premium dairy products” with the region and beyond.
Sips & Snacks
The Cakery
Fishkill
You can always count on The Cakery for some of the sweetest snacks in Dutchess County, and its seasonal flavors are no exception. The spiked ‘nog-flavored cupcakes are the perfect dessert to bring to holiday gatherings, with cinnamon cake soaked in eggnog and topped with a pipette of boozy ‘nog.
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Cooper’s Daughter Spirits
Claverack
Cooper’s Daughter offers festive sips with favorite seasonal flavors. Among the festive offerings, eggnog flights stand out as an indulgent treat with a twist on the classic holiday libation.
Mighty Donuts and Coffee
Red Hook
There is nothing better than a family-run donut shop that uses fresh ingredients from Hudson Valley farms. Mighty Donuts and Coffee offers innovative donut flavors, and this season it invites visitors to indulge in the creative eggnog cream-filled donut with bourbon glaze.
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Ready Coffee
Hyde Park, LaGrange, Newburgh, Wappingers Falls
The holidays would not be complete without a seasonal latte. Stop by a Ready Coffee location to enjoy an eggnog latte, a perfect pairing of espresso and flavorful eggnog, along with vanilla and spices.
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Stewart’s Shops
Locations around the Hudson Valley
What would the Hudson Valley be without our wealth of Stewart’s Shops? Where else can you fill your gas tank, order a milkshake, and grab snacks for the road? The regional cornerstone comes in clutch yet again with rich, delectable, eggnog-flavored ice cream that’s so good you’ll (temporarily) forget you’re indulging in a cool treat in the middle of winter. If you’re not in the mood for a cup or cone, opt for the premium eggnog dairy refresher instead.
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