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Coffee Nudge

A rich after-dinner warmer combining brandy, coffee liqueur, and creme de cacao with hot coffee and cream.

brandyEasy~15% ABV
MethodBuildGlassIrish Coffee GlassIcenoneGarnishWhipped cream
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy, 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ½ ozbrandy
  • ½ ozcoffee liqueur
  • ½ ozcreme de cacao
  • 4 ozhot coffee
  • 1 ozheavy cream
  • Whipped creamgarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Pour spirits into an Irish coffee glass.
  2. 2Add hot coffee and stir.
  3. 3Float cream on top or top with whipped cream.
  4. 4Serve immediately.
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History & Origin

A popular ski lodge and restaurant favorite, the Coffee Nudge adds chocolate notes to the classic brandy-coffee combination for extra indulgence.

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