Tom and Jerry (drink) Tom and Jerry (drink) A Tom and Jerry is a traditional Christmastime cocktail in the United States, devised by British journalist Pierce Egan in the 1820s. It is a variant of eggnog with brandy and rum added and served hot, usually in a mug or a bowl. Another method uses egg whites, beaten stiff, with the yolks and sugar folded back in, and optionally vanilla extract added. A few spoonfuls are added to a mug, then hot milk and rum are added, and it is topped with nutmeg. Pre-made Tom and Jerry batter, typically produced by Wisconsin and Minnesota manufacturers,
Milk punch in a glass and made with fresh milk or cream. It is common in New Orleans and traditional on holidays throughout the Deep South. Eggnog is a variation of milk punch, sometimes called "egg milk punch". "Milk punch" also refers to a hot Irish drink, "", made of equal parts whiskey and milk. It may be flavored with melted butter, sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg or cloves. Milk punch Milk punch is a milk-based brandy or bourbon beverage. It consists of milk, the spirit, sugar, and vanilla extract. It is served cold and usually has nutmeg sprinkled on top. The drink