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Café Royal

A warming coffee cocktail featuring cognac and hot coffee topped with cream. The French answer to Irish Coffee.

cognacEasy~14% ABV
MethodBuildGlassIrish Coffee GlassIcenoneGarnishFloating cream
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy, 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ozcognac
  • 4 ozhot coffee
  • ½ ozsimple syrup
  • 1 ozheavy cream(lightly whipped)
  • Floating creamgarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add simple syrup and cognac to a warmed Irish coffee glass.
  2. 2Fill with hot coffee.
  3. 3Stir gently to combine.
  4. 4Float lightly whipped cream on top by pouring over a spoon.
  5. 5Do not stir after adding cream.
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History & Origin

The Café Royal predates Irish Coffee and may have influenced its creation. This elegant French coffee cocktail combines cognac with hot coffee and floating cream, embodying the sophisticated café culture of Paris.

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