Bourbon Milk Punch

Difford’s Guide
Discerning Drinkers (29 ratings)

Serve in a Collins glass

Ingredients:
1 23 oz Bourbon whiskey
12 oz Monin Vanilla Syrup
2 12 oz Milk (whole milk/full 3-4% fat)
4 drop Bob's Vanilla bitters
× 1 1 serving
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How to make:

  1. Select and pre-chill a Collins glass.
  2. Prepare garnish of grated nutmeg.
  3. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  4. STRAIN into ice-filled glass.
  5. Garnish with dusting of nutmeg grated over cocktail.

Allergens:

Recipe contains the following allergens:

  • Milk (whole milk/full 3-4% fat) - Dairy

Strength & taste guide:

No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Strength 6/10
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Sweet to sour 6/10

Review:

Truly the milk of the Gods! Delicate bourbon with a touch of vanilla. Balanced rather than sweet, and milky rather than creamy.

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History:

This classic was popular during America's Prohibition era and is still widely served in New Orleans where it is commonly consumed with Sunday brunch.

Nutrition:

One serving of Bourbon Milk Punch contains 227 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.2 standard drinks
  • 11.82% alc./vol. (11.82° proof)
  • 16.6 grams of pure alcohol

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20th January 2022 at 06:26
Nice, sweet, foamy, that's one of the best bourbon drinks I ever had.
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21st March 2021 at 22:46
8/10 Nice, sweet, vanilla bitters vyměněny za čokoládové bitters, a vanila sirup za FlawDrops.
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6th January 2021 at 08:03
The natural vanilla scent in bourbon really goes well with vanilla syrup and rich milk. Definitely a holiday staple!