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Bourbon Caramel Steamer

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The Bourbon Caramel Steamer is a luscious blend of milk and caramel with just a hint of Bourbon. Sweet. Mellow. Toasty. Cosy. Indulgent. Comfort in a mug.

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

It’s here. The second installment of my caramel bender is ready and waiting for you to enjoy. This time the caramel is cleverly transformed into a flavoured milk steamer with just a hint of Bourbon: the Bourbon Caramel Steamer.

Question: do you like caramel sauce?

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

Me too. Dripping caramel always looks enticing.

But I bet you’re wondering why I didn’t just create a caramel steamer, add a stiff (aka large) shot of Bourbon and be done with it.

Don’t get me wrong, the Bourbon loaded drink does sound lush. However, for once (and only once) I didn’t particularly want to create an intensely alcoholic drink that would knock your socks off and… hic… render you useless for the rest of the day or night.

I wanted to devise a more subtle drink that was indulgent, warming and comforting. I wanted sweet, mellow, toasty notes that make you feel cosy as you sip it. In addition, I wanted to make a drink that could be enjoyed at pretty much any time of day including breakfast.

Too much Bourbon would have upset this mix. Only a small measure is needed to keep that balance of flavours. Adding the Bourbon to the caramel means that there’s no measuring out piddly amounts of alcohol each time you want to enjoy this drink. Once made, the sauce can be stored in the fridge ready to blend with the milk. Easy.

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

I don’t like Bourbon. What else could I use?

Dark rum (or even spiced rum) makes a wonderful addition to this drink in place of the bourbon. Likewise, you could also try a splash either brandy or straight whisky as alternatives.

Of course, you can leave out the alcohol completely and enjoy a T-Total version. That’s exactly what I do if I’m planning on treating my girls to this drink.

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

That said, my advice is not to ditch the Bourbon unless you really have to since Bourbon and caramel are naturals together. The Bourbon imparts warmth & toastiness to the sweet vanilla notes of the caramel. This luscious blend of flavours makes the Bourbon Caramel Steamer immensely pleasurable to slurp now the chilly winds of autumn and the long, dark nights of winter are about to fall around us. Just don’t blame me if you form a new addiction.

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

PS: Stay tuned for the final part of my caramel bender trilogy. Half term break and my girls deciding that I was superfluous to their game yesterday morning left me with time to get creative in the kitchen. The recipe is imminent…

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

Bourbon Caramel Steamer

Jane Saunders
The Bourbon Caramel Steamer is a luscious blend of milk and caramel with just a hint of Bourbon. Sweet. Mellow. Toasty. Cosy. Indulgent. Comfort in a mug.
This recipe makes enough bourbon caramel for 6 drinks.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Drink - alcoholic, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Worldwide
Keyword: bourbon drink, bourbon latte, milk latte
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Caramel Sauce

  • 2 tbsp water
  • 125g/ 2/3 cup caster sugar
  • 120ml/ 1/2 cup double (heavy) cream
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt flakes
  • 3 tbsp Bourbon

For the Bourbon Caramel Steamer (per serving)

  • 200ml/ 3/4 cup whole (full fat) milk
  • 40ml / 2 tbsp + 2 tsp caramel sauce
  • whipped cream
  • freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

Make the Caramel Sauce

  • Put the water into a heavy based saucepan. Spread the sugar on top in an even layer
  • Set the pan over a medium heat and allow the sugar to gradually melt. As it melts you can gently swirl the pan a couple of times to ensure the caramel cooks evenly, but do not stir it
  • Once the sugar has melted, the caramel will begin to darken. Continue to let it cook until it reaches a lovely amber colour (but keep a close eye on the caramel as it can burn easily)
  • Add the cream and the salt, taking care as it can bubble up and is extremely hot. Mix with a small handheld whisk until fully incorporated
  • Stir in the Bourbon. Set aside

Make the Bourbon Caramel Steamers

  • Put the milk in a pan and warm until steaming hot and just beginning to bubble at the edges
  • Meanwhile, warm the serving glass and spoon in the caramel sauce
  • Pour the steaming milk over the caramel and stir until completely melted
  • Top with whipped cream and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg
  • Enjoy immediately

Notes

1. Any left over Bourbon Caramel Sauce can be stored in a screwcap jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. 2. Each serving prepared according to the above instructions contains approximately 1 1/2 tsp Bourbon.
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    • Jane Saunders

      Thanks for stopping by Lynn, your comment made me smile. I have yet to meet anybody who does not like caramel 🙂

      Reply

  2. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy

    I must say your pictures are beautiful…and the drink sounds absolutely delicious. My husband is a bourbon lover….so I will have to make this for him when we sit down to watch a movie…and cozy up around the fire. Thanks. Have pinned as well!!

    Reply

    • Jane Saunders

      Thankyou, Gloria, it was a particularly fun photoshoot. I was trying to learn a new skill (photographing steam) I had limited success, which I guess means I’ll just have to try again – such hardship when I get to drink up after the steam has gone.

      Reply

    • Jane Saunders

      Thanks Meghan. I know what you mean, new seasons bring new treats. Summer started late over here so I may have to wait a few extra weeks before I get stuck into these – unless I let it cool and blend with ice 🙂

      Reply

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