Drunken Peep Latte: The Boozy Easter Drink You Didn't Know You Needed

Easter is full of pastel colors, chocolate bunnies, and — if you're doing it right — a cocktail that makes the whole thing a lot more fun. Enter the Drunken Peep Latte: a marshmallow-kissed, espresso-fueled, bourbon-spiked drink that's equal parts cozy and celebratory. Whether you're hosting an Easter brunch or just treating yourself to something a little extra, this one is guaranteed to make everyone at the table do a double-take.

Why You Need to Make Peep-Infused Milk (Yes, Really)

Here's the secret weapon in this recipe: Peep-infused milk. Instead of just plopping a Peep on top as a garnish (which, honestly, we're also doing), we're dissolving them directly into whole milk to create a lightly sweet, marshmallow-flavored base that transforms this latte from a simple cocktail into something truly special.

Homemade infused milks are one of those low-effort, high-reward techniques that make your drinks taste like they came from a craft cocktail bar. The Peeps melt right into the milk, leaving behind just the right amount of sweetness and that signature vanilla-marshmallow flavor — no artificial syrups required. You can make it up to a week ahead of time, which means less stress the morning of your Easter gathering.

What You'll Need

For the Peep Milk (Make this first!)

• 2 cups whole milk
• 4 Peeps (any color — yellow is classic), cut into smaller pieces

For the Drunken Peep Latte (per serving)

• 1 oz bourbon
• 2 oz espresso
• 1 teaspoon black cocoa powder
• 6 oz steamed Peep-infused milk
• Heap of whipped cream
• 1 whole Peep chick or bunny, for garnish
• Yellow sparkles, for garnish

Let's Make It

Step 1: Make Your Peep Milk

Add the whole milk to a small saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the Peep pieces and stir continuously until they're fully dissolved into the milk. Remove from heat, allow to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to one week.

Pro tip: Cut the Peeps into smaller pieces before adding them to the milk — they'll melt faster and more evenly, giving you a smoother, silkier infused milk.

Step 2: Build Your Latte

Add the bourbon, black cocoa powder, and freshly pulled hot espresso to your mug. Stir well until the cocoa is fully dissolved into the liquid — this is important, as cocoa powder can clump if not stirred thoroughly.

Pro tip: Black cocoa powder gives this latte a deep, rich chocolate flavor with less bitterness than regular cocoa. It also adds a gorgeous dark color that contrasts beautifully against the whipped cream and yellow Peep garnish. You can find it at most specialty grocery stores or online.

Step 3: Steam Your Peep Milk

Using a steam wand or handheld frother, steam your Peep-infused milk until it's velvety and frothy. Pour it over the espresso-bourbon base, leaving about an inch of room at the top of the mug.

Step 4: Top and Garnish

Pile on a generous heap of whipped cream. Perch a whole Peep chick or bunny right on top, and finish with a shower of yellow sparkles for that festive, over-the-top Easter moment.

What Does It Taste Like?

Think of this as your favorite cozy latte — but with a playful, Easter-morning twist. The bourbon adds warmth and depth that keeps this from being overly sweet, while the black cocoa brings a subtle chocolatey richness to every sip. The Peep milk is the star of the show: lightly sweet with that unmistakable marshmallow flavor that makes it taste like Easter in a mug. And that whipped cream? It slowly melts into the latte as you drink it, making every sip a little different than the last.

It's indulgent, it's festive, and it's the kind of drink that makes people say "wait, you made this?!"

Watch It Come Together

The Drunken Peep Latte is intended for adults 21+. Please drink responsibly.