Mocktails

Cider Eggnog

Cider Eggnog is a non-alcoholic mocktail. It leans sweet. Shaken and served in a Collins Glass. Expect roughly 142 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Mocktailnon_alcoholic3 ingredients

At a Glance

142 kcalCalories

19.6gSugar

19.7gCarbs

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1.0 ozWhole EggEgg Or Foamer
1.0 ozPowdered SugarSweetener
2.0 ozMilkDairy Or Cream

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into Collins glass.Shaken
Then fill the glass with cider and stir.Stirred
Sprinkle nutmeg on top.Top

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet

Supporting notes

Rich CreamyFrothy

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

Non-alcoholic
Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its cream and sweet notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
Low / No AlcoholSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Powdered Sugar1.0 oz

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes: Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Milk2.0 oz

Half-And-HalfWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount or slightly less if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes: Half-and-half can replace milk when a richer drink is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Cider Eggnog?: The Cider Eggnog is a non-alcoholic cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink. A standard serving contains approximately 142 calories.
What does a Cider Eggnog taste like?: Cider Eggnog has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Rich, Creamy. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Cider Eggnog?: Cider Eggnog pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Cider Eggnog?: The Cider Eggnog is alcohol-free. This recipe is estimated to contain approximately 142 kcal. Calorie content varies based on the juices, syrups and mixers used.
When is a Cider Eggnog typically served?: Cider Eggnog is often suggested for Dessert, Low / No Alcohol, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Cider Eggnog?: If you enjoy Cider Eggnog, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to other mocktails that share its flavour balance. Many classic cocktails also have non-alcoholic adaptations built around the same balance.
Can I make a Cider Eggnog at home?: Yes. The Cider Eggnog uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use fresh juices and quality syrups for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare mocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find mocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Cider Eggnog with other mocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.