Brew this delightful Mexican Coffee recipe to warm up your winter! It's a heart-warming drink with Tequila, Coffee, and cinnamon.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
216
Ingredients
- 1 oz Tequila
- ½ oz Kahlua
- 5 oz hot coffee
- 1 oz heavy cream
- Cinnamon and brown sugar - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Irish Coffee Glass or Mug
- Measuring Jigger
- Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Warm your Irish coffee glass or mug with hot water. Leave it for approximately 1 minute and then discard it.
- Add Tequila: Pour 1 oz Tequila into the glass.
- Add Kahlua: Measure and pour ½ oz Kahlua into the glass.
- Whip Cream: Lightly whip 1 oz heavy cream until it thickens slightly (you can do that using a shaker as well).
- Add Coffee: Fill the rest of the glass with approx. 5 oz hot coffee leaving some room for the cream.
- Float Cream: Gently float the whipped cream on the coffee by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
- Garnish: Sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar over the whipped cream for garnish (optional).
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you don't have Tequila, you can use rum or brandy as a substitute. Both will give a different flavor profile but still work well with the Coffee and Kahlua.
- Kahlua: If you're out of Kahlua, try using another coffee or even chocolate liqueur for a different twist.
- Coffee: Any type of coffee works in this recipe, so feel free to use your favorite blend or decaf.
Making a Batch of Mexican Coffee:
- Scale: To make a batch that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Tequila, 4 oz of Kahlua, and 48 oz of hot Coffee.
- Mix: In a large heat-proof recipient, combine the Tequila, Kahlua, and hot Coffee. Stir well.
- Prep the cream: Using a whisk or a milk frother, and whip the heavy cream until aerated.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual pre-warmed Irish coffee glasses or mugs, top with the whipped heavy cream, sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available and can mimic the flavor of Tequila.
- Kahlua Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic coffee-flavored syrup. You can find these in most grocery stores or online. For a version that’s lighter on the coffee taste, you can also use agave syrup as a sweetener.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Whipped Cream Substitute: Use a vegan substitute from coconut or other plant-based milk. These are widely available in grocery stores or can be made at home.
- Kahlua: Although it doesn’t explicitly contain any ingredients of animal origin, the official website for Kahlua states that the liqueur is not vegan-friendly. It seems that the sugar used in the liqueur is of non-organic origin and may have been produced using a bone char filtration process. Look for a certified vegan-friendly, maybe organic coffee liqueur to make a fully vegan Mexican coffee.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this vegan substitute instead of regular whipped cream, follow the original steps, and enjoy a vegan version of Mexican Coffee.
What is a Mexican Coffee?
Mexican Coffee is a tequila-based warm cocktail made of Coffee, Tequila, and whipped cream. It’s not difficult to make as it only requires the ability to brew Coffee and whip cream. This drink is a direct twist on an Irish coffee, using a different spirit and a little bit of coffee liqueur for an extra coffee touch.
What is a Mexican Coffee made of – The ingredients
The following ingredients are necessary for making a Mexican Coffee:
- Coffee: The base of the drink, providing a rich and robust flavor. The strength of the Coffee is crucial as it forms the base of the Mexican Coffee and needs to stand up to the other robust flavors. Regarding the coffee type and the way of brewing, everything works: simply choose your favorite option.
- Tequila: Gives the drink its characteristic kick.
- Coffee Liqueur: Enhances the coffee flavor while adding a bit of sweetness and complexity.
- Whipped Cream: Served on top for a cool, creamy contrast to the hot, spiced Coffee underneath.
- Cinnamon and Brown Sugar: Sprinkled on top of the whipped cream for an extra hint of spice & sweetness and an appealing presentation.
