December is a month filled with holiday celebrations and traditions. One such tradition is sharing a cup of eggnog with family and friends. For this reason, December is National Eggnog Month, and December 24, Christmas Eve, is National Eggnog Day.

Traditional eggnog contains dairy and eggs, making it unsuitable for those who practice a compassionate lifestyle. With a bit of thought and planning, however, even those following a plant-based diet can enjoy the holiday flavors of eggnog without compromising their principles. That’s why we have compiled some vegan-friendly eggnog recipes made with no egg and no dairy. While very similar, they each have slight differences, so you can decide which ingredients you would most like in your holiday beverage.

This simple, 10-minute recipe is made with a homemade cashew-almond dairy-free milk and coconut milk. It is sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and cardamom. If you like, add a little bourbon and top with coconut whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Raw cashews, coconut milk, and plant-based milk make up the base of this easy eggnog recipe. Coconut sugar or brown sugar adds sweetness. Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt round out the holiday flavors. Add bourbon if desired and top with vegan whipped topping or coconut whipped cream. Then top your beverage off with a dusting of nutmeg or cinnamon.

This nut-free eggnog contains the non-dairy milk of your choosing. It can be sweetened with maple syrup, sugar, or agave. Holiday flavors come from nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cloves. Top with your favorite vegan whipped cream.

Homemade oat milk and whipped aquafaba make this recipe unique. Make the oat milk with rolled oats, hemp seeds, vanilla extract, and a neutral oil such as avocado oil, and flavor it with sugar, salt, and grated nutmeg. Next, add two tablespoons of sugar to your aquafaba and beat until it has soft peaks. Finally, fold the two together and add any spirit you would like.

Your milk of choice, combined with silken tofu, forms the base of this vegan eggnog. It is flavored with vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, cloves, and your preferred sweetener. If you would rather have a soy-free option, substitute the tofu with frozen yogurt, vegan vanilla ice cream, coconut cream, raw coconut meat, mashed avocado, mashed banana, baked sweet potato puree, or raw, soaked cashews or macadamia nuts. Finish your drink with some brandy or rum.

If you do not have time to make your own eggnog, that is ok. We have you covered. There are a few store-bought vegan eggnog brands you can taste test. Availability may vary by region. Check your local grocery stores for these tasty brands.

Almond Breeze brings you a classic eggnog taste without the dairy or eggs. This creamy, low-fat holiday beverage has a nice, nutty flavor and is only 70 calories per serving. Find it in the refrigerated section of Safeway stores in the U.S.

Trader Joe’s popular, oat-based, holiday beverage is sweet and creamy. It has almonds, nutmeg, ginger, and other holiday spices. It tastes good warmed or mixed with bourbon, rum, or other favorite spirits. Find this refrigerated treat at Trader Joe’s locations in the U.S.

Califia Farms vegan nog is made with almond milk, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon. This dairy- and egg-free drink is smooth and creamy, with only 50 calories. Drink it on its own, use it in your favorite recipes, or add it to a latte, milkshake, or smoothie. Customers also say it tastes great with Kahlua or bourbon. Find it in the refrigerated section at Sprouts, Safeway stores, Kroger, or Whole Foods in the U.S.

So Delicious blends coconut milk with cinnamon and just a hint of nutmeg to create this thick, creamy vegan nog. The sweet, rich flavor tastes strongly of coconut. Serve this holiday beverage chilled or warm. It also works well in recipes. Find this shelf-stable libation at U.S. and Canadian Sprouts, Target, Whole Foods, Safeway, and Kroger stores.

Smooth and velvety Silk Nog Original is made with soy milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon. This festive holiday beverage first debuted over a decade ago, and it is back by popular demand. Find this light and creamy nog in the refrigerated section of U.S. Sprouts, Safeway stores, and Kroger locations.

This vegan nog from Silk is made with coconut milk, oat milk, and a touch of coconut cream. It is shelf-stable and only available in Canada at Metro, IGA, or Save-on-Foods locations.

Oats and cashews blend with holiday spices to create a rich, creamy, not-too-sweet flavor in this shelf-stable drink. Find it in the U.S. at Whole Foods, Sprouts, Costco, or World Market.

This one will not be around for long. Find this almond milk with eggnog flavors in the refrigerated section at U.S. ALDI locations.

Good & Gather’s spiced, oat milk-based nog is thicker and richer than other vegan nog brands. It has a mild and creamy flavor. Find it in the refrigerated section in the U.S. Target store.

Turmeric adds color but affects the flavor in this almond-milk-based nog from Target. It is slightly creamy, but thinner than the oatmilk nog. Find it in Target’s refrigerated section.

This refreshing beverage contains coconut pulp and coconut water along with holiday flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg. It is sold in both single-serve and multi-serve bottles. Find it in the refrigerated section of U.S. Whole Foods locations or on Amazon.

This creamy treat is made with all organic ingredients. The only ingredients are almonds, maple syrup, nutmeg extract, and Himalayan pink salt. It contains no additives or preservatives. Find it at a Sprouts, Whole Foods, or Target locations in the U.S.

Planet Oat’s Oat Nog is light and sweet. It is creamy and rich with a soft, spiced flavor. This festive treat is also fortified with calcium. Find it in the refrigerated section in Kroger locations.

This tasty, shelf-stable, vegan nog is only available in Canada. It has an almond milk base. Find it in Whole Foods, Metro, Save-on-Foods, Loblaws, Safeway, Good Rebel Vegan Grocer, London Drugs, or Amazon.

If you want a vegan nog that already contains spirits, try this hard Oat Nog Liquer from The Misunderstood Whiskey Co. This 14% ABV drink is dairy-free and ready to drink. It is made with The Misunderstood Whiskey Co’s Ginger Spice Whiskey and Oat Milk. Find this lightly creamy beverage at Total Wine & More locations, local liquor stores, or online at www.misunderstoodwhiskey.com

As you can see, there are many vegan-friendly eggnog options when you are planning your compassionate holiday celebrations. Start a new tradition by selecting your favorite flavor combination for a homemade vegan nog or find a new treat on store shelves. Whichever you choose, have a safe and happy holiday season and rest easy knowing your plant-based choices are sparing animals’ lives. Share your favorite vegan-friendly eggnog recipe or product with us in the comments.