Hot Bourbon Milk Punch: New Orleans Classic Cocktail

Low carb, hot bourbon milk punch recipe is a warm cup of comfort on a chilly day! This classic Southern cocktail is deceptively sweet and milky with a kick from both rum and bourbon. Just 1 carb per serving – it’s the perfect way to visit New Orleans vicariously!

For this recipe you’ll need –heavy cream, half & half, unsweetened cashew milk, sugar free vanilla syrup (I used Torani) bourbon, white or spiced rum, sweetener of choice, ground ginger, and freshly grated nutmeg.

I have a shocking confession to make. Although I have been to such faraway places as France and Belize I have never ever been to New Orleans, which is just 8 hours or so away from Dallas. It’s kinda crazy, too – because it’s one place that I’ve always wanted to go.

But not during Mardi Gras.

I have a deep seated fear of large crowds – something that makes everything from the State Fair to Christmas shopping at the mall somewhat of a grueling activity for me and something I avoid. So, no Mardi Gras for this girl.

Still, I love history and old architecture AND good food so I think that a visit is probably in order soon. In the meantime I will just keep visiting through the flavors of the city – things like Dirty Rice and this Bourbon Milk Punch!

This slightly sweet, vanilla infused cocktail can be served warm or cold – but I prefer the warm version. It’s just the right accompaniment to a blustery autumn evening, a crackling fire, and a good book.

Tips for Making a Bourbon Milk Punch

This is an easy cocktail to make – very straight forward. It’s sure to become one of your favorites!

• Do not boil the liquid ingredients keep the just under a boil- just until bubbles form around the edge.
• Use white rum or spiced rum – either is delicious!
• Try sugar free salted caramel syrup instead of the vanilla.
• Add a dollop of sugar free whipped cream.
• You can shake the ingredients in a shaker instead of blender but be careful – they’re hot!
• Use whole nutmeg and grate it over the top of the drink.

Hot Bourbon Milk Punch Cocktail Recipe

You’ll love the sweet, smooth flavor of this New Orleans classic cocktail recipe! If you’re looking for a fruity cocktail try the Southern Belle!

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Hot Bourbon Milk Punch – Low Carb

Classic New Orleans specialty, this hot bourbon milk punch is warm and comforting for cold weather but it packs a punch of bourbon. It’s important to use a good bourbon since that provides most of the flavor for this drink

Course Cocktail

Cuisine Southern

Keyword bourbon, cocktail

Prep Time 1 minute minute

Cook Time 3 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 minutes minutes

Servings 1 serving

Calories 365kcal

Author Katherine Peters

Ingredients

• 2 ounces heavy cream
• 2 ounces half-and-half
• 2 ounces water or unsweetened cashew milk
• 1 tablespoon sugar free vanilla syrup
• Sweetener to taste
• Pinch of ginger
• Pinch of nutmeg
• 2 ounces bourbon
• 1/2 ounce white rum

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

• Blend everything except the bourbon and rum in a coffee cup.
• Heat in the microwave until hot – just under a boil.
• Add to a blender with the bourbon and rum.
• Blend for a few seconds.
• Pour into a mug and top with a little extra nutmeg.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 42mg | Vitamin A: 835IU | Calcium: 37mg

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