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Brazilian Coffee Cocktail Drink

Brazilian Coffee Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Make your winter evenings memorable with a Brazilian Coffee recipe! Blend Cachaça, Coffee Liqueur, Brewed Coffee, and Whipped Cream for a delightful cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 150

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Cachaça
  • ½ oz coffee liqueur
  • 2 oz brewed coffee
  • Whipped cream
  • Ice cubes
  • Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Coffee Mug or Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your coffee mug or glass with ice cubes.
  • Add Cachaça: Pour 1 oz Cachaça over the ice.
  • Add Coffee Liqueur: Measure and pour ½ oz coffee liqueur into the glass.
  • Add Brewed Coffee: Pour 2 oz brewed coffee into the mix.
  • Stir Gently: Use a spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
  • Top with Whipped Cream: Add a generous dollop of whipped cream on top.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Cachaça: If you don't have Cachaça, I've used white rum as an alternative. It provides a similar base spirit feel but with a slightly different flavor profile.
  • Coffee Liqueur: In place of coffee liqueur, try using Irish Cream or a Hazelnut Liqueur for a different but still enjoyable flavor.
  • Whipped Cream: For a lighter option, I sometimes use frothed milk.

Making a Pitcher of Brazilian Coffee:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Cachaça, 4 oz of coffee liqueur, and 16 oz of brewed coffee.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Cachaça, coffee liqueur, and brewed coffee. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into individual ice-filled mugs or glasses, top with whipped cream, garnish with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Cachaça Substitute: Use non-alcoholic alternatives available in stores; they mimic the flavor of the spirits without the alcohol content.
  • Coffee Liqueur Substitute: Opt for cold brew concentrate mixed with a bit of vanilla extract and sugar to replicate the liqueur's sweetness and depth.
  • 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 coconut whipped cream or almond-based whipped topping for a vegan-friendly option.
  • Ensure All Ingredients Are Vegan: Double-check that your coffee liqueur is vegan-friendly; some brands may contain animal-derived ingredients.