Brown Sugar Bourbon Milk Punch Cocktail
A creamy, comforting cocktail blending smooth bourbon, rich brown sugar syrup, and fresh milk or cream, topped with aromatic nutmeg for a cozy sip.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Small grater or microplane
- Serving glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon swap with whiskey, brandy, or rum if desired
- 1 oz brown sugar simple syrup equal parts brown sugar and water, heated until dissolved
- 2 oz whole milk or heavy cream for extra richness
- 0.25 tsp pure vanilla extract
- freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
- ground cinnamon optional for garnish
- ice cubes for shaking
Instructions
- Add bourbon, brown sugar simple syrup, milk or cream, and vanilla extract to your cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with ice.
- Shake for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled glass using a fine mesh strainer.
- Grate fresh nutmeg over the top, and add cinnamon if desired.
- Serve immediately while cold.
Notes
Whole milk makes a lighter drink, while heavy cream adds extra richness. Freshly grated nutmeg is more aromatic than pre-ground. Adjust sweetness by changing the amount of brown sugar syrup. Brown sugar simple syrup keeps for two weeks in the fridge.