Hot 43
A warming layered shooter that combines hot coffee with the vanilla sweetness of Licor 43, crowned with a pillow of whipped cream. The temperature contrast and creamy finish make this a cozy pick-me-up on chilly evenings or a sweet finale to dinner.
- 1Pour Licor 43 into a heat-safe shot glass.
- 2Carefully add freshly brewed hot coffee.
- 3Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream.
- 4Serve immediately while warm.
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The Hot 43 draws on a layering tradition associated with Cartagena's most beloved local drink, the Asiatico — a warm, layered coffee drink made with Licor 43 that has been the city's unofficial signature cocktail for generations. When the Zamora family began producing Licor 43 in 1946, the liqueur's vanilla warmth made it a natural companion to hot beverages, and the tradition of serving it over coffee quickly took root in the bars and cafés of Cartagena. The Hot 43 simplifies the Asiatico concept for home bartenders, using whipped cream to create a layered presentation that nods to that local heritage while making the drink accessible anywhere in the world.
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