Eggnog is a holiday tradition that dates back centuries. Back then, it was a pretty simple recipe: egg beaten with ... including being named one of the 50 best bars in North America earlier ...

"It's thick enough to eat with a spoon," says Eben Freeman, the cocktail expert who created this recipe. "So was classic eggnog." The result is a comforting delight, best enjoyed after a winter meal.

We think we have the recipe down pretty well," said Mark Parrish, the company's president. Right now, they're in the thick of it, bottling rich, creamy eggnog that's a part of so many families ...

But which store-brand eggnog is the best? Daily Meal ranked 13 store-bought eggnogs to answer this very question -- and it was Trader Joe's Egg Nog that took the top spot. We found Trader Joe's ...

If you fall into the latter category, see if our favorite store-bought eggnogs or our homemade recipe change ... their picks for the best liquors to add to your eggnog. And some of their choices ...

With a gingersnap-pecan crust, a boozy whipped-cream topping, and a filling made with real eggnog, this holiday dessert is as festive as they come. Anna Theoktisto is a recipe tester and developer.

Make it according to our favorite recipe below, or check out all your options here. Eggnog is a hard sell because ... and one of the best things you can have after a meal. There is, of course ...