CHILEAN MONKEY TAIL PUNCH

Chilean Monkey Tail Punch image

Stories vary surrounding the origins of this punch's unique name. Some say it was initially served in a bottle depicting a monkey with a long tail, but others suggest it was named after a funny incident with a Chilean president in the early 1900s. Whatever the origin, coffee and spirits will make this sweet chilled drink warm you right up this Christmas. It also goes by "cola de mono." -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups 2% milk
1 cup sugar
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
3 whole cloves
2 cups strong brewed coffee
1-1/2 cups pisco, aguardiente, grappa or brandy
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine milk, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature., Strain into a large pitcher, discarding spices. Stir in coffee, pisco and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.