Kicking off our Coffee Cocktail Series is our Black Coffee Cocktail. There is no dramatic back story behind this specialty beverage. A Stivi Wonders original, I want you to see the real deal and get straight to business. The twin brother of our White Coffee concoction, Black Coffee Cocktail has the smooth taste of coffee liqueur mixed with the crisp clean taste of vodka. Organic maple syrup lends this easy-sipping liqueur its deep brown color and smooth finish. Orange bitters and pure maple syrup are added for extra layers of coffee cocktail sophistication.
Black Coffee Cocktail Recipe
The ingredient list may be deceptively simple but this we can assure you, the flavor profile makes this a lavish coffee cocktail for any occasion.
- Coffee. Freshly-brewed dark roast Arabica.
- Spirit. Proof 80 Vodka (preferably Absolut)
- Sweet Side. Pure Maple Syrup
- Spices. Cinnamon and Orange Bitters
Not only is this drink easy to pull together, but the combination of coffee and maple instantly makes this our go-to drink for any occasion. These two ingredients are the dominant flavors in this naturally sweetened drink while at the same time letting the liquor shine. To achieve cocktail flavor excellence, we recommend using organic maple syrup and premium coffee such as real Arabica. But if you don’t have Arabica on hand, please feel free to use your preferred coffee. Just know that the end result will not be the same.
So now you know that when things get hot and you’d like nothing better to drink than something cool, there is a tandem of coffee cocktails simply begging to get served on a scorching summer day. White Coffee Cocktail or Black Coffee Cocktail.
Whether you have company or just needing an afternoon pick-me-up, this drink knows too well how to lighten your day. This is an easy-sipping cocktail that will be absolutely enjoyed by your friends and family. We have no doubt you that this will be the primary star in all your signature “on the house” cocktails.
Cheers!
Black Coffee Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Dark Roast Arabica coffee, freshly brewed
- 1 ounce vodka (or one shot)
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/8 tsp orange bitters
- 5 cubes ice
- 1 stick cinnamon (for topping)*
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients and pour over ice in serving glass.
- Top with a cinnamon stick.
- Enjoy! Cheers!
Notes
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