Description
Calypso coffee brings Caribbean sunshine into your morning ritual with a rich blend of rum-infused espresso and warm tropical spices. Smooth caramel notes and a hint of coconut create a luxurious escape that transports coffee lovers to island paradise with each delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 150 milliliters (5 fluid ounces) strong hot filtered coffee
- 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) coffee liqueur
- 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) rum
Sweetening Agents:
- 10 milliliters (0.33 fluid ounces) simple syrup (or 1 teaspoon soft brown sugar)
Finishing Ingredients:
- 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) thick pouring cream
- 2 coffee beans, to garnish (alternatively, garnish with grated chocolate)
Instructions
- Brew a fresh, steaming cup of filtered coffee, selecting a high-quality blend for optimal flavor.
- Select a clear glass or elegant mug to showcase the layered cocktail.
- Pour the hot coffee into the chosen vessel, filling it about three-quarters full.
- Introduce coffee liqueur, creating a rich, deep base for the cocktail.
- Incorporate rum to elevate the drink’s complexity and warmth.
- Add simple syrup or sugar, stirring gently until completely integrated and sweetness is balanced.
- Hold a spoon inverted, curved side facing up, just above the coffee’s surface.
- Slowly cascade heavy cream over the back of the spoon, allowing it to float delicately on top of the coffee.
- Create a stunning visual contrast between the dark coffee and creamy white layer.
- Delicately place two whole coffee beans on the cream’s surface for an aromatic garnish.
- Alternatively, dust the top with a light grating of dark chocolate for added sophistication.
- Serve immediately to preserve the drink’s temperature and layered presentation.
Notes
- Elevate your coffee experience with this Caribbean-inspired cocktail that blends rich coffee and spirited liqueurs.
- Choose high-quality filtered coffee for the best flavor and smoothest base.
- Use the back of a spoon when layering cream to create a stunning visual effect and maintain distinct drink layers.
- Adjust sweetness by experimenting with simple syrup or sugar to match your taste preferences.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for a versatile and refreshing beverage perfect for after-dinner relaxation.
- Optional chocolate grating or coffee bean garnish adds a sophisticated touch and enhances the drink’s aromatic profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 60mg