Brandy Milk Punch

The classic New Orleans style combines brandy, whole milk, simple syrup, and often vanilla, then is finished with grated nutmeg. It is a milk-based drink rather than a standard brandy sour.

No, recipes vary: some shaken versions add lemon juice and egg white for acidity and foam, while the traditional milk punch relies on milk and nutmeg. A lemon-and-egg-white recipe is therefore a variation rather than the only definition.

Milk punch has a long place in New Orleans brunch and cocktail culture, where brandy is a common base. The drink is usually served cold and creamy, with nutmeg giving it a recognizable finish.

It is commonly shaken or stirred with ice and served over fresh ice in a short glass. Grated nutmeg is the classic garnish, while vanilla or egg white can change the texture.