When the evening calls for something beyond your standard cup of joe, our signature Coffee Cocktail steps in to elevate your post-dinner experience. This isn’t just another Irish Coffee variation – we’ve crafted a sophisticated blend that marries the boldness of coffee with carefully selected spirits for a smooth, refined finish.
What Is a Coffee Cocktail?
A coffee cocktail is any coffee that’s been spiked. But this coffee Cocktail combines premium coffee with a harmonious blend of Kahlua Midnight, Irish cream, and whiskey. While traditional Irish Coffee dates back to the 1940s, our modern interpretation adds depth with Kahlua Midnight, creating layers of complexity that will remind you of your favorite speakeasy’s signature serve.
What you’ll love about this recipe:
What You Need to Make a Coffee Cocktail
How to Make a Kahlúa Coffee Cocktail
- Step 1: Begin with a warmed coffee cup to maintain optimal temperature throughout the drink.
- Step 2: Pour in Kahlua Midnight, Irish cream, and whiskey in sequence.
- Step 3: Add fresh, hot coffee while stirring gently to incorporate all ingredients.
- Step 4: Float marshmallows on top if desired for an indulgent finish.
Expert Recipe Tips
- Tip 1: Use freshly brewed coffee from single-origin beans for the most refined flavor profile.
- Tip 2: Pre-warm your coffee cup with hot water to maintain the perfect temperature.
- Tip 3: For the best results, choose a medium-bodied whiskey that won’t overpower the coffee notes.
How to Serve This Spiked Coffee Cocktail
Serve in a clear glass coffee mug to showcase the drink’s lovely layers. Perfect for after-dinner gatherings or weekend brunches when ordinary coffee won’t suffice.
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Kahlua Midnight Coffee Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 oz Kahlua Midnight
- 1 oz Irish Cream
- 1/2 oz Whiskey
- 6 oz Coffee
Instructions
- In a coffee cup, add the Kahlua Midnight, Irish cream, and whiskey.
- Fill the cup the cup with the coffee.
- Stir to combine
- Garnish with marshmallows if you’re feeling wild.
Recipe FAQs
While regular Kahlua works, Midnight offers a more sophisticated coffee flavor that better complements the fresh coffee.
We recommend a smooth Irish whiskey or medium-bodied bourbon for optimal flavor balance.
While designed to be served hot, you can adapt it into an iced version by using cold brew coffee and shaking the ingredients with ice.
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So explain to me the difference between regular kahlua and Kahlua midnight! Both are coffee flavored!
I had to figure this out myself! It had more rum than regular Kahlua, so it is much stronger and altho tastes very similar to original Kahlua, it’s got a bit more coffee flavor, in my opinion. So, really it depends on just how strong you want your cocktail to be.
Hope this helps!