Let’s just agree that a cup of coffee is an instant energy booster and is thus one of the most important morning rituals for millions of people worldwide. The ambrosial aroma of the beans, combined with milk and sugar or enjoyed straight up, makes for a delightful start to the day. Isn’t it? Making a cup of coffee is also an art, considering how everyone likes it differently. But for those who like it with a hint of liquor, it is a whole new game. Right from sourcing the beans and grinding them, to brewing the liquor, coffee cocktails are becoming quite a rage these days. The best part? There is no end to experiments. You can make it in countless different ways, with many different ingredients, to suit your taste. And to help you brew up a storm at your bar, there are many amazing coffee cocktails, made from coffee concentrates, which are quick and easy to brew, and you simply need to stir, shake, and bake with them! These coffee cocktails are a creative way to start you fun weekend nights with some extra energy!
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Turbo Gin & Coffee Tonic
For those moments when you could use a little extra pep in your step, nothing beats a gin and tonic, for sure. But adding coffee to it just takes it up a notch. The classic gin and tonic gets a boost from a shot of chilled espresso in this cocktail. The coffee brings out more flavour from the gin's botanicals, and the tonic water makes the drink easy to swallow and revitalising. All the flavours come together with the zesty lemon twist. To prepare, pour 35ml of gin into an ice-filled glass, top with tonic water, and float 10ml of chilled espresso on top. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and coffee beans, if desired. This cocktail is classy and stimulating, and an excellent choice for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
Classic Espresso Martini
Very few cocktails are as polarising as the espresso martini. While it enjoys a steadfast following, a substantial percentage of coffee lovers don’t see the merit of mixing a stimulant like coffee with high-proof vodka. Not to mention, most bartenders across the globe are wary of making single portions of espresso martini during busy nights, given how much time it takes to make and chill an espresso shot. The cocktail marries the intensity and bold richness of espresso with the smoothness of vodka and the sweet complexity of coffee liqueur. While the predominant flavour in an espresso martini is coffee, it’s played up by the vodka’s clean and neutral base, resulting in a sophisticated and well-balanced concoction with just the right amount of bitterness.
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Flat White Cocktail
Originating from Australia, the flat white is more than just some type of coffee; it is a representation of coffee culture in the country. The transition of the flat white being a caffeine fix to a fun cocktail took place when bartender Dick Bradsell created the espresso martini, which took the London party scene by storm in 1983. This trend of mixing coffee-based beverages with alcohol to create infusions that instantly perk up one’s senses while also putting nerves at ease was an evolution that fused two worlds, bringing together the robustness of coffee with the elegance of mixology. The addition of Irish cream liqueur made the flat white cocktail a regular feature on bar menus worldwide.
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Irish Coffee Cocktail
Another iconic cocktail for caffeine addicts, Irish coffee is made by mixing hot coffee with Irish whisky, sugar and whipped cream. Irish coffee is a direct jolt to the soul as it has the best of both worlds -caffeine and booze. This beverage is surely a revamp of the cocktails on a whole new level. It is the perfect combination of sweetened coffee, Irish whiskey, and luscious whipped cream, which gives it a delicious touch. Irish coffee only needs a handful of ingredients, which makes it easy to prepare anytime you want. Having said that, you just need to prepare for a few things beforehand. It is recommended that you preheat your mug by letting warm water sit in it for a couple of minutes.
Spiced Coffee Grog
Spiced coffee grog usually uses two kinds of rums which gives the cocktail a very strong tenor. Dark rum is said to be the best way to create this cocktail, as the age-old beverage imparts rich flavours to the drink. There are many versions of this iconic cocktail, and the most popular among them is the incorporation of butter and whole spices, which makes it unique from the rest of the cocktails. The peculiar elements add certain depth to the cocktail. Thus, if you are feeling fancy and also cannot stay away from your cup of joe. Coffee grog is the cocktail for you. Coffee Grog is said to have been created by a legendary Hollywood bar owner named Raymond Beaumont Gantt, aka Don the Beachcomber. He is known as the ‘founding father’ of tiki culture, or a culture of decorated bars celebrating travel and exotic flavours. It is said that the coffee grog was one of many creations done by him. However, Raymond’s spiced coffee grog was actually popularised by Jeff Berry, who first published the recipe in his book titled Sippin’ Safari