Carajillo 43
The signature Licor 43 cocktail that took Mexico by storm. Equal parts espresso and vanilla liqueur are shaken until frothy, creating a velvety coffee drink with sweet botanical notes. Lighter than an Espresso Martini but equally satisfying as an after-dinner indulgence.
- 1Brew a double shot of espresso and let it cool slightly.
- 2Add Licor 43 and espresso to a shaker filled with ice.
- 3Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty and frothy.
- 4Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- 5Optionally garnish with three coffee beans.
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The modern Carajillo with Licor 43 became Mexico's signature coffee cocktail after Licor 43 hit the market in 1946. This version transforms the traditional Spanish coffee-and-brandy drink into an iced, shaken cocktail that combines the vanilla-citrus notes of Licor 43 with bold espresso.
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