Get ready to raise your glasses and toast the art of mixology because Monday, May 13th, is World Cocktail Day!
A global celebration honouring the craft of creating delicious concoctions that tantalise the taste buds and lift the spirits, what better way to join in the festivities than by making a delicious, coffee-infused cocktail of your own?
Whether you're a coffee n' cocktail expert or a total beginner, these three recipes are sure to delight your senses and leave you craving more!
Espresso Martini.
The Godfather of coffee cocktails, there's a reason this beauty is among the most popular cocktails of all time!
Ingredients:
To make an Espresso Martini, you will need:
50ml vodka
35ml coffee liqueur
25ml freshly brewed espresso
Ice cubes
Coffee beans, for garnish
Begin by brewing a shot of espresso, then let it cool to room temperature. Next, fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, then pour in the vodka, coffee liqueur and cooled espresso and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass, then garnish with coffee beans for an extra touch of elegance to serve!
Irish Coffee.
Every day is St. Patrick's Day with this timeless classic!
Ingredients:
To make an Irish Coffee, you will need:
50ml Irish whiskey
100ml freshly brewed hot coffee
2 teaspoons brown sugar
25ml double cream
Ground nutmeg, for garnish
In a heatproof glass, dissolve the brown sugar in the freshly brewed coffee, then stir in the whiskey until combined.
Gently float the double cream on top of the coffee by pouring it over the back of a spoon, before sprinkling a pinch of ground nutmeg over the cream to finish. Serve immediately.
Mocha Martini.
An under-appreciated gem, Mocha Martinis are the perfect indulgent treat for World Cocktail Day!
Ingredients.
To make a Mocha Martini, you will need:
50ml vodka
25ml coffee liqueur
25ml chocolate liqueur
25ml freshly brewed espresso
Ice cubes
Chocolate shavings, for garnish
First, brew a shot of espresso and let it cool to room temperature, then fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, chocolate liqueur and cooled espresso to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass, garnish with chocolate shavings for a decadent touch and serve!
Happy World Cocktail Day from Cafe2U!
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