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Ever tried a drink that’s both a showstopper and a cozy delight? This Spanish Coffee recipe is just that. Imagine the warmth of hot coffee mingling with the rich flavors of kahlua, triple sec, and a fiery splash of 151-proof rum. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream, it’s the perfect blend of spectacle and comfort. Ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to something special? Let’s get started!
Spanish Coffee Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 oz 151-proof rum
- 1 oz kahlua
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 cup hot coffee
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 oz whipped cream
Instructions:
- Rim the coffee mug with sugar.
- Pour the rum into the mug and light it with a lighter or match.
- Let the flame burn for about 10 seconds, then blow it out.
- Add the kahlua and triple sec.
- Fill the mug with hot coffee.
- Top with whipped cream and serve immediately.
What You Will Need
What you will need to make Spanish Coffee
- 151-proof rum: Adds a strong kick and is essential for the flaming effect that makes this drink unique.
- Kahlua: Provides a rich coffee flavor with a hint of sweetness, balancing the strong rum.
- Triple sec: Adds a citrusy note that complements the coffee and rum, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
- Hot coffee: The base of the drink, providing warmth and a robust coffee flavor.
- Sugar: Used to rim the mug, adding a sweet touch and caramelizing slightly when the rum is lit.
- Whipped cream: Adds a creamy, smooth finish, balancing the strong flavors and adding a touch of indulgence.
Tools and Instruments Needed
What tools/instruments will be needed to make Spanish Coffee Recipe
- Coffee mug: Essential for serving, it holds the hot coffee and other ingredients.
- Lighter or match: Needed to ignite the rum, creating the signature flame.
- Tablespoon: Measures the sugar accurately for rimming the mug.
- Whipped cream dispenser: Adds the finishing touch of whipped cream on top.
- Measuring jigger: Ensures precise amounts of rum, kahlua, and triple sec.
Spanish Coffee
Equipment
- Coffee Mug
- Lighter or match
- Spoon
Ingredients:
- 1 oz 151-proof rum
- 1 oz Kahlua
- 1 oz Triple sec
- 1 cup Hot coffee
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 oz Whipped cream
Instructions:
- Rim the coffee mug with sugar.
- Pour the rum into the mug and light it with a lighter or match.
- Let the flame burn for about 10 seconds, then blow it out.
- Add the Kahlua and triple sec.
- Fill the mug with hot coffee.
- Top with whipped cream and serve immediately.
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the coffee mixture without adding whipped cream.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- When ready to serve, reheat gently on the stove or microwave.
- Add whipped cream just before serving.
Freezing Instructions
- Prepare the coffee mixture without whipped cream.
- Let it cool completely.
- Pour into a freezer-safe container, leaving some space for expansion.
- Freeze for up to 1 month.
- Thaw in the fridge overnight.
- Reheat gently on the stove or microwave.
- Add whipped cream just before serving.
Did you know that Spanish coffee originated in Portland, Oregon, not Spain? It was created in the 1970s at Huber's Cafe, where they still serve it with a dramatic tableside preparation.
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