Backstory: Eggnog

We've drunk some form of eggnog since medieval times. But it didn't become a Christmas beverage until it reached America.Fun LinksTis the Podcast: Check out the gang from Tis the Podcast. They share their favorite Christmas movie memories in this episodeJeffrey Morganthaler: Author and craft bartender Jeffrey Morganthaler shares his signature eggnog recipesThe Bar Book: Jeffrey's definitive guide to the elements of cocktail techniqueMusic from this episode“Night Light” — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive“Contrarian” — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive“Wish Background” — Kevin MacLeod, via Incompetech"Partly Sage" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music ArchiveStay connected to Christmas PastBe sure to follow Christmas Past on social media. I'm posting fun extra Christmassy content on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. I also sometimes post things to Pinterest. You can send me messages in any of those places, or you can write me at christmaspastpodcast AT gmail DOT COM. I reply to every email I get!You can subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts, like iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and TuneIn. If you're on an Android device, the simplest way to subscribe may be right here.And please rate and review the show on iTunes. It's a quick and painless way to show support. It takes less than a minute, and it helps more people find the show.Connect with Me Links to all the things https://christmaspastpodcast.com/links Email: [email protected] BooksOf Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past (2025, Lyons Press and Recorded Books) It's Christmas as you've never seen it before, and it makes a great gift for all the Christmas lovers in your life. Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday's Traditions (2022, Lyons Press and Recorded Books)