Living in GK

I'd never heard of Moose Milk until I moved to Germany and met a bunch of jovial Canadians.  It seems an unlikely place to learn the specialty, but when the weather gets cold and freezing fog binds the trees in sheaths of ice,  the warmth of an International party can be intoxicating... as can the infamous beverage.


Served at parties and distributed by a tiny wooden "Santa train" once a year, this creamy beverage got a quick reputation for luring you in with a sweetness that masks the "punch" of it's three liqueurs.  I was told that it was a closely guarded secret... all the more reason to befriend one of our "neighbors from the North."  I've since found out that it's a traditional drink of the Canadian Navy served most frequently at Levée.  There are several versions in Navy forums online.  This one, given to me by a Canadian friend, is nearly identical to many I've seen.



History from Caperfrasers:  Though the French Canadians retained most of their customs while under British Colonial rule, one of their traditional drinks, Reindeer's Blood (Le Sang du Caribou) changed to Moose Milk by adding whiskey as a basic ingredient since it traveled better.  At that time, it was mixed with goat's milk, then flavored with nutmeg and cinnamon to create this new version.  Now egg nog and/or ice cream are frequently added to the mix.  

NOTE:

In doing a quick online search for a photo of Moose Milk, I learned that not everyone knows it's a Canadian thing.  For example, in Volcano, California, a small historical marker lays claim that Moose Milk originated there in the Whisky Flat Saloon where bourbon, half and half, and rum were combined to create this popular drink of the gold rush pioneers.

A literal source informs us that Russian farmers have found a way to tame and milk moose so that they can supply the demand for this nutritious drink.  Higher in fat and protein than cow's milk, moose milk is said to help prevent gastric problems among other things.  All the rage in Russia, you think we'll be drinking this stuff soon?  The Swede's have produced Moose Milk Cheese.  What would Ben and Jerry's do?

Another source refers to Moose Milk as a lube used in hunting.  Ick.  I really have no idea why it would go by this name except that it turns white.