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Coffee Cocktail

A historic sherry and cognac drink that contains no coffee despite its name.

brandyMedium~15% ABV
MethodShakeGlassWine GlassIcenoneGarnishfreshly grated nutmeg
⚠ Contains: πŸ₯š Egg, 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 1Β½ ozcognac
  • 1Β½ ozruby port
  • ΒΌ ozsimple syrup 1:1
  • 1 wholeegg(whole egg)
  • freshly grated nutmeggarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Combine cognac and port and simple syrup and whole egg in a shaker without ice.
  2. 2Dry shake vigorously to emulsify.
  3. 3Add ice and shake again until cold.
  4. 4Strain into a wine glass.
  5. 5Grate fresh nutmeg on top.
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History & Origin

Despite its name this drink contains no coffee. Created in the 1880s and popularized by Jerry Thomas. The name refers to its dark coffee-like color from port and cognac.

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