Instructions
- Brew a double shot of espresso and let it cool slightly.
- Add Licor 43 and espresso to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty and frothy.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Optionally garnish with three coffee beans.
📜 History
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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