Huckleberries: ‘Tis the season to hate eggnog

The online poll of the Lewiston Morning Tribune on Wednesday grabbed the attention of the Huckleberries Online. The Trib asked: What is the worst traditional Christmas treat? And then provided five options: Eggnog, divinity, fruitcake, mincemeat pie and popcorn balls. In the Trib poll, mincemeat pie and fruitcake vied for worst treat with 43 percent and 35 percent of the votes, respectively. I posted the poll question on my blog. And HBOers opened fire:

“”I’m not a big divinity fan, but I can eat it. The other stuff – eggnog, fruitcake, and mincemeat pie – are gag-inducing, toxic terrors. Who invented that crap?” – James Bond.

“”Divinity: Its color, texture and general demeanor scream nursing home. I don’t know what that means, but it seems fitting.” – Phil.

“”Eggnog is vomit in a carton. Fruitcake is the confectionary facsimile of a dense anti-matter filled black hole drifting somewhere in the crab nebula. Both are hideously indigestible and would inspire no controversy in the free world if they were banned from SeaTac airport or the Shady Vu Retirement Home.” – Rainbow Sparkle Pony Angel.

“”Ack, there are no lesser evils on that list, just unadulterated holiday horror.” – Kristin.

“”I loves eggnog! Eggnog lattes. Eggnog with rum. I’d bet 20 percent of my girth comes from eggnog. Want a treat? Go to Pilgrims and get some 100 percent natural eggnog. You can actually see the egg white clumps as you pour a glass. Pure, delicious, sin.” – DanG.