The Calypso Coffee cocktail is a combination of coffee, rum and cream that is perfect for cold evenings or as a dessert. Here’s the classic recipe:
Ingredients:
Coffee (freshly brewed) – 120 ml
Dark rum – 30 ml
Coffee liqueur (e.g. Kahlúa) – 30 ml
Sugar – to taste (optional)
Whipped cream – for decoration
Grated chocolate or cocoa powder – for sprinkling
Instructions:
Prepare the coffee: Brew fresh coffee, preferably from medium to dark roast beans to get a rich flavor.
Mix the alcohol: Pour the dark rum and coffee liqueur into a heatproof glass or mug.
Add coffee: Pour the hot coffee into the alcohol mixture. Stir.
Sweeten: Add sugar or syrup if desired and stir until dissolved.
Decorate: Top the drink with whipped cream. Sprinkle with grated chocolate or cocoa.
Serving:
Serve hot in a specialty coffee mug or heat-resistant glass. The cocktail is perfectly complemented with cookies or chocolate dessert.
Enjoy!