I adore Milk Punch and can't ever get enough coconut, so it's only natural that I'd be a fan of this tropical version. You don't have to make your own coconut milk to make a delicious cocktail, but it does mean you've got a coconut shell to drink out of!
Coconut Milk Punch
4 oz coconut milk
1 1/2 oz light rum
1/2 oz simple syrup
vanilla extract
whole nutmeg
crushed ice
Combine coconut milk, rum, simple syrup, and a dash of vanilla extract in a shaker with crushed ice. Shake for no more than 10 seconds, then strain into a chilled glass and sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg.
Notes: If you're game for making your own coconut milk (for this cocktail or a delicious non-dairy alternative), here how:
Grate the meat of 1 coconut, wrap it in a damp
cheesecloth and squeeze it over a bowl to extract the milk, then reserve. Transfer the cheesecloth-wrapped coconut to another bowl and pour 1/4 cup boiling water over the unwrapped coconut.
Squeeze the mixture through the cheesecloth into the bowl to extract all
the liquid, then add the reserved milk.
Photo by Romulo Yanes for Gourmet.
P.S. I'm sharing a recipe for Aristocrat Sparkling Punch over at Love and Lavender today, in case you're in need of a perfect party libation!
P.S. I'm sharing a recipe for Aristocrat Sparkling Punch over at Love and Lavender today, in case you're in need of a perfect party libation!
Oooo La la! I have all the ingredients for this. So making it.
ReplyDeleteThis looks divine. I almost ordered a coconut dessert last night!
ReplyDeleteI will be craving this all day.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a lovely weekend, Lena!!
i loooooove coconut... YUM!!! Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteThat would be perfect this weekend!
ReplyDeleteAh looks so frothy and delish. I LOVE coconut...one of my favorites! Happy weekend Lena!
ReplyDeleteI wish this day would move a lot faster so I could get home and make one of these! yum :)
ReplyDeleteHow delicious!
ReplyDeleteme and coconut dont groove well together. not sure why, but we've never gotten along. As for rum, we are besties.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried milk punch before but this sounds delightful! Must give it a go since I am crazy for anything coconut!
ReplyDeleteSounds refreshing and like a mini-vacay!
ReplyDeletexx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com
LOVE LOVE LOVE! New and Improved Milk Punch! LOVE Coconut!! Happy Weekend!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds divine! I have a ton of coconut milk right now because I've been treating myself to banana ice cream. A frozen banana in the food processor with a little coconut milk...and a swirl of nutella.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend!
I want a seat at your bar!
ReplyDeleteJust made a coconut milk run so I could give this a try. Thanks for sharing! :]
ReplyDeleteThat's it! If I ever get over the pond you are inviting me for cocktails. Juts so you know *smile*
ReplyDeleteHugs and a happy Saturday!
Signe
Okay yum, that sounds totally delish.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds delicious! I hope you had a good weekend! <3
ReplyDeleteThat looks really good. I will have to try it this weekend. Thanks for sharing =)
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This sounds so refreshing and delicious!!
ReplyDeleteSounds yummy, though I think your Aristocrat Sparkling Punch is more our speed. xo style, she wrote
ReplyDeleteYUM - and that photo is so soft and nicely styled!!!! :)
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