Best eggnog (store-bought), according to chefs
Two picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from Serious Eats tasters and Taylor Ann Spencer. Recommendations come from foodandwine.com, seriouseats.com and delish.com.
Holiday pantry · The ranking
- 1Top pick
Hood Golden Eggnog
Chosen by- Food & Wine editors
Also chosen by- Serious Eats tasters · 12-matzo test source ↗
First of 14 in Food & Wine’s blind tasting: “an uncanny resemblance to melted vanilla ice cream,” with the spices kept gentle. Serious Eats’ blind panel named it the best eggnog for vanilla lovers.
- 2
Turkey Hill Egg Nog
Chosen by- Food & Wine editors
Also chosen by- Taylor Ann Spencer · Writer, Delish source ↗
Second of 14 in Food & Wine’s blind tasting. In Delish’s blind test it made the top three and paired best with bourbon: rich and creamy, with a sweetness that the booze balances.
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Questions, answered
- What is the best eggnog (store-bought), according to chefs?
- MyTastr’s top pick is Hood Golden Eggnog, chosen by Food & Wine editors. First of 14 in Food & Wine’s blind tasting: “an uncanny resemblance to melted vanilla ice cream,” with the spices kept gentle. Serious Eats’ blind panel named it the best eggnog for vanilla lovers. Source: foodandwine.com ↗
- What are the other top picks for eggnog (store-bought)?
- No. 2 is Turkey Hill Egg Nog, chosen by Food & Wine editors. Only two picks have cleared the bar so far. Each card above links to the original source.
- How does MyTastr choose these picks?
- Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and the order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.
The tasters behind this ranking
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