Eggnog is sometimes called milk punch. The term “milk punch” refers to a category of beverages that are made with milk or cream as a base. Eggnog falls within this category because it is a dairy-based beverage that typically includes milk or cream as one of its main ingredients.
The term “milk punch” has been used historically to describe various types of drinks that combine milk or cream with other ingredients. In some cases, it may refer to a cocktail or a mixed drink that includes milk or cream. In other cases, it may refer to a non-alcoholic beverage made with milk, such as a milkshake or a flavored milk drink.
Eggnog, in particular, is a type of milk punch that is traditionally made with milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and whipped egg whites. These ingredients are combined to create a rich, sweetened, and frothy beverage. The name “eggnog” comes from the fact that eggs are a key ingredient in its preparation. The whipped egg whites give eggnog its characteristic frothy texture.
The use of the term “milk punch” to refer to eggnog may vary depending on regional and cultural differences. In some places, the term “milk punch” may be used interchangeably with “eggnog,” while in others, it may refer to a different type of beverage altogether.
In my personal experience as a sommelier and brewer, I have encountered the term “milk punch” being used to describe eggnog in various contexts. For example, during the holiday season, it is common to see recipes and menu items that list eggnog as a type of milk punch. Similarly, in cocktail bars, I have come across drink menus that include both alcoholic and non-alcoholic milk punches, with eggnog being one of the options.
While the term “milk punch” can be used to describe a variety of beverages made with milk or cream, eggnog is indeed one type of milk punch. Its traditional preparation includes milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and whipped egg whites, resulting in a rich and frothy drink. However, it is worth noting that the use of the term “milk punch” may vary depending on regional and cultural differences.