What happens if you drink bad eggnog?

Eggnog contains raw eggs that can carry Salmonella bacteria, and consuming spoiled eggnog could lead to food poisoning and not-so-happy holidays (via CDC).

Can I get sick from drinking eggnog?

“Eggnog made with raw, unpasteurized eggs can contain salmonella, a leading cause of food poisoning,” says James E. Rogers, PhD, director of food safety, research, and testing for Consumer Reports.

How do you know if eggnog is bad?

You can tell if eggnog has gone bad if it is lumpy, has a sour and unpleasant odor and if it has lost its color from beige yellowish to another hue.

What does bad eggnog look like?

Some common traits of bad eggnog are discoloration (which you will have to have noted your original eggnog color to begin with because it can range from very white to beige to very yellow in color), a lumpy texture and a very distinctive sour smell (which you will notice upon removing the lid or opening the carton).

How fast does eggnog go bad?

Homemade eggnog typically lasts 2-3 days if stored in 40 degrees or less under the proper conditions. Store-bought eggnog lasts 5-7 days within opening if it has been refrigerated. Canned eggnog lasts 4 to 5 months and around 5-7 days after opening.

Does unopened alcoholic eggnog go bad?

Unopened, shelf-stable bottled eggnog that contains alcohol can last up to 18 months without refrigeration. Once opened, the alcoholic beverage may last several weeks in the fridge. Homemade eggnog usually lasts for around three days if refrigerated; if at least 5 percent alcohol is added, it may last a few weeks.

How do you keep eggnog chilled?

Keep it chilled. You either want to sit the bowl inside of another bowl with ice or place several large ice cubes in the drink. Small ice cubes will melt too fast and won’t do you much good.

Does eggnog cause diarrhea?

“Old-fashioned” eggnog may contain raw eggs while the new “traditional” eggnog has cooked eggs to reduce the risk of salmonella food poisoning. Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause diarrhea-like illness in people.