Advocaat is a traditional Dutch alcoholic beverage made from eggs, sugar, and brandy. It has a rich and creamy texture, similar to custard, and a typical alcohol content between 14% and 20% ABV. The drink may also contain aromatic spirits, vanilla, and sometimes cream or condensed milk. Advocaat is often referred to as Dutch eggnog, but it is thicker and richer than the eggnog commonly found in the United States. The name "advocaat" comes from the Dutch word for lawyer, as the drink was originally considered a "lawyers drink" or "advocatenborrel". The origins of the drink are unclear, but some theories suggest that it was derived from an alcoholic drink made with avocado that Dutch colonists in Brazil brought to Europe. Advocaat is often served as a dessert, and it can be eaten with a spoon or used as a topping for ice cream or pie. It is also used as a filling in desserts, pastries, and cakes. Advocaat can be made at home using eggs, sugar, brandy, and other ingredients, and it should be refrigerated before serving. It is important to note that consuming raw or lightly cooked eggs poses a risk of foodborne illness, so it is recommended to use pasteurized eggs in recipes that include raw or partially cooked eggs.