This Coffee Bourbon Flip is a drink that feels like a warm embrace in a glass, but with a little kick! It has a great mix of coffee and bourbon aromas, is thick and creamy, and has a frothy top that makes it seem very elegant.
Introduction
Don’t be afraid of the egg; this drink is smooth, tasty, and easy to create. Great for a night in or to show off to your friends.
Let’s mix it up!
Ingredients & Tools
- 2 ounces of bourbon
- 1 ounce of freshly brewed coffee that has cooled down (or cold brew)
- 1/2 ounce of simple syrup or maple syrup
- One whole egg (yep, the whole thing!)
- Cubes of ice
- Ground nutmeg (optional, for decoration)
- Shaker for cocktails
- Strainer
- A coupe or rocks glass
- Small grater (if you want to add nutmeg)
Instructions
- Put the ingredients in the shaker
Put 2 oz of bourbon, 1 oz of chilled coffee, 1/2 oz of simple syrup, and 1 whole egg in a cocktail shaker. - Shake it dry
To froth the egg, seal the shaker and shake it hard for 15 to 20 seconds without ice.
- Add ice and shake again.
Put ice cubes in the shaker and shake it again for 15 seconds to cool everything down and mix it up. - Pour into a glass
Pour the cocktail through a strainer into a coupe or rocks glass. - Add garnish and serve
Sprinkle some ground nutmeg on top and serve right away.
Don’t omit the dry shake (shaking without ice first)—that’s how you get the fluffy froth on top!
Tips & Variations
- For the best taste and safety, use eggs that are very fresh.
- You can also use a little bit of cinnamon or cocoa powder if you don’t have nutmeg.
- No bourbon? Instead, use brandy or rum.
- For a sweet, warm flavor like caramel, use maple syrup instead of simple syrup.
- To make it without alcohol, leave off the bourbon and add an extra ounce of coffee with a splash of vanilla essence.
You can brew the coffee ahead of time and let it cool. When it’s time for cocktails, just put it in the fridge and you’re ready to go!
This cocktail tastes best when it’s fresh because the froth doesn’t last long. You can leave it in the shaker (without ice) in the fridge for up to an hour if you need to store it. Just mix it again before serving.
Conclusion
That’s all there is to it—a smooth, frothy Coffee Bourbon Flip that will make you feel like a skilled bartender. It’s thick and creamy, and the flavors of coffee and whiskey are just right.
Try it out and tell me what you think! Did you put your own spin on it? Please leave a remark below. I’d love to hear what you have to say. Cheers! ☕🥃