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Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail

Warm up with a Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail, featuring strong coffee, brown sugar, brandy and two kinds of rum! A perfect blend of coffee, spirits, and spices.

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When you want a cozy drink to warm your spirits, the Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail is just the thing! It’s a delicious fusion of strong black coffee, rich spirits, and aromatic spices that will make you feel right at home.

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While it’s wonderful for curling up with a book, it’s even better for entertaining friends, since it’s designed to serve 10-13 people. Note that this drink will keep you awake, so it’s best for early evening.

The Tasting Profile

The robust, rich coffee provides a bold base that wakes up your taste buds. The brown sugar brings out the coffee’s natural caramel notes.

Brandy brings a smooth warmth, while dark rum offers deep, rich flavors that reminds you of molasses. Light rum balances everything out with its clean sweetness.

The spices – cinnamon and orange peels, which are simmered with the coffee – add a delicious warm flavor. Finally, a generous dollop of whipped cream adds a creamy texture and a bit of body to the drink.

Key Ingredients

Strong Black Coffee

Opt for a high-quality dark roast to ensure it stands up to the other ingredients.

Brown Sugar

Brown sugar brings a touch of richness and subtle molasses flavor. Adjust the amount to suit your taste.

Brandy, Dark Rum, and Light Rum

Brandy adds warmth and smoothness, while dark rum gives a full-bodied richness. Light rum rounds out the mix with its crisp sweetness.

Cinnamon Sticks and Orange Peel

These spices add a warmth and zest that brightens up the drink and gives it that festive flair.

Whipped Cream

The whipped cream adds a luxurious finish to your drink. Its creamy texture balances out the bold flavors perfectly, making each sip feel like a treat.

Food Pairings

This drink pairs wonderfully with various desserts and snacks. Think classic winter favorites like gingerbread cookies or warm apple pie. Also rich brownies or chocolate truffles.

For those wanting something savory, think about enjoying it with an artisanal cheese plate. Aged gouda or creamy blue cheese are perfect with this drink.

Serving Suggestions

This drink is best served hot or warm. Heating your mugs or glasses beforehand helps keep your drink at just the right temperature – and also ensures the mugs won’t explode when you pour.

For an extra special touch, you can garnish each drink with freshly grated nutmeg or an extra cinnamon stick. If you’re hosting friends for a gathering, why not set up a DIY coffee cocktail bar? Provide all the ingredients along with fun garnishes like crushed candy canes or drizzles of chocolate syrup. It’s an interactive way for guests to customize their drinks and makes for great conversation!

Yield: 10-13 servings

Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail

Scrumptious Coffee drinks with whipped cream and cinnamon stick

Warm up with a Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail, featuring strong coffee, brown sugar, brandy and two kinds of rum! A perfect blend of coffee, spirits, and spices.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 48 ounces strong black coffee
  • Brown sugar
  • 10 ounces brandy
  • 8 ounces dark rum
  • 8 ounces light rum
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 16 ounces whipped cream
  • Orange peel

Instructions

  1. Make the coffee.
  2. Sweeten it with brown sugar (to taste).
  3. Pour that into a saucepan.
  4. Add the liquors, orange peel and cinnamon sticks.
  5. Heat on low to let it infused for a few minutes.
  6. Pour into pre-warmed mugs that are designed to handle the heat.
  7. Garnish with whipped cream on top and, optionally, orange peel, nutmeg or cinnamon sticks.

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November 13, 2024

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