Califia Almondmilk Holiday Nog fails to match the taste of traditional eggnog. It has a disappointingly thin consistency and an odd bubblegum-like flavor.
Its appearance and behavior distinctly resemble coconut milk, feeling somewhat slimy. The way it clings to the glass is off-putting, making it hard to appreciate the drink fully.
Elmhurst's oat and cashew-based drink offers a cinnamon taste and a creamy base, but nothing especially memorable. The drink also has an off-putting aroma.
The creamy white color was a plus, but both the texture and flavor left something to be desired. The vanilla flavor also fell short of enriching the nog's overall profile.
The scent of this nog seemed more like what people imagine eggnog should smell like rather than the aroma of freshly made eggnog. Its color wasn’t quite right, either.