Paradise Punch
Paradise Punch
- 1 1/2 oz Trader Vic’s Gold Rum
- 1/2 oz Madeira
- 2 oz Green tea
- 1 oz Lemon juice
- 1/2 oz 2:1 Simple Syrup
- 1 oz Milk steeped in whole coffee beans
- Garnish with nutmeg
Developed by: Scott Kitsmiller
Combine all ingredients in a large container to batch (ideally 4–8 cocktails) and stir to incorporate. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes until curds form. Strain through a coffee filter or cheesecloth, then store in the refrigerator. To serve, pour into a rocks glass over a single large ice cube. Garnish with freshly shaved nutmeg.
Bartender Technique Notes
*Milk Clarification: Ensure the spirit-and-acid mix is poured into the milk (not vice versa) to guarantee a clean, stable curding process.
**Filtering: For absolute clarity, pass the liquid through the collected curds a second time if the first run appears cloudy.
