02 / Coffee Cocktails
Coffee Cocktails
Coffee and alcohol do not have to taste harsh or overly sweet. Learn the ratios and adjustments that keep them balanced.
Guides in this collection
5 answers to practical drink questions.
Carajillo Recipe: Espresso, Licor 43, and a Balanced Home Ratio
Understand the modern iced Carajillo and make it with espresso and Licor 43 without letting vanilla sweetness overwhelm the coffee.
Coffee CocktailsCoffee Negroni Recipe: Balance Bitterness, Sweetness, and Coffee
Make a Coffee Negroni without letting roast bitterness overpower the classic gin, bitter aperitif, and sweet vermouth structure.
Coffee CocktailsCoffee and Whiskey: Hot, Cold-Brew, and Balanced Starting Ratios
Pair coffee and whiskey without a harsh, bitter finish, with practical hot and cold ratios and a clear distinction from Irish Coffee.
Coffee CocktailsEspresso Martini Recipe: Balanced Ratio, Better Foam, Less Sweetness
A practical Espresso Martini ratio with reliable foam, controlled sweetness, lower-alcohol options, and fixes for a flat drink.
Coffee CocktailsIrish Coffee Recipe: Hot Coffee, Irish Whiskey, and a Floating Cream Layer
Make Irish Coffee with a balanced whiskey ratio and a cool cream layer that floats instead of sinking into the drink.