Leite de Onça
A Brazilian creamy delight translating to "Jaguar's Milk," this rich cocktail combines cachaça with crème de cacao, cream, and espresso for a decadent, dessert-like experience.
- 1½ ozcachaça
- ½ ozcrème de cacao
- 1 ozheavy cream
- ¾ ozsimple syrup
- ½ ozespresso
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavingsgarnish
- 1Add cachaça, crème de cacao, heavy cream, simple syrup, and espresso to a shaker with ice.
- 2Shake vigorously until well chilled and slightly frothy.
- 3Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- 4Garnish with a light dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings.
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Leite de Onça, or "Jaguar's Milk," is a beloved Brazilian cream cocktail whose playful name belies its sophisticated flavor. The drink emerged from Brazil's tradition of combining cachaça with dairy—a pairing that dates back decades in Brazilian home bars and festive gatherings. The addition of chocolate liqueur and coffee reflects Brazil's status as the world's largest coffee producer. The "jaguar" in the name likely refers to the drink's strength hiding beneath its creamy sweetness—like a jungle cat concealed by smooth fur.
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