Type of Coffee Drinkers
OK, so we go to a local coffee house and we order cappuccinos, cafe mocha, lattes and espressos. It isn’t the paper cups that make these drinks taste so good. It’s the recipe and of course the prettiness factor. Baristas all have a style of their own and every cup will taste different because of the roast, the grind, the amount used, the water, the temperature and many other things. We have all tried to make these coffee delights at home the way we think they are made, but do we really know the real way they are supposed to be made to extract the enchanting flavors correctly? Here is a quick list of how to make the basic drinks. This is boot camp for coffee drinkers.
Cappuccino: Equal parts of steamed and frothed milk and espresso. The milk goes on top of the espresso. Dust with nutmeg, cinnamon or chocolate powder or shavings.
Café Mochas: The easiest way is to use a good brand of hot chocolate, throw in a shot of espresso and top with whipping cream and chocolate powder or shavings. It looks the best if you put it in a tall glass and use a long handled spoon. For a finishing touch add a saucer and a napkin. Or make a latte and toss in a chocolate flavored shot.
Lattes: Foam & steam milk to 140-degrees. The ratio is 50% espresso and 50% milk. Pour the milk down the side of the cup so it infuses with the espresso. The difference between this and a cappuccino is a latte blends the two things together, whereas the cappuccino keeps them separate.
Espressos: We’ve all had bad espresso. There are many reasons why this is. The number one reason is an unfavorable bean. If you like espresso you are likely a connoisseur of coffee and know what constitutes a good bean. Anyway, to make a good espresso you must do the following:
• Use a fine grind
• You must tamp the espresso down firmly
• You must use a high pressure machine or stove top model
• You must not try to make too much at once
• You must see the creamer on the top, which is a golden-brown foam
• You must use an appropriate espresso cup to keep the temperature from dissipating too quickly
All in all, making coffee correctly is all up to you and the way your flavor buds react to the taste. If you like it a particular way, then make it that particular way. However, if you have guests over they may just like the basics. So do yourself a favor and learn the correct way to make lattes and espressos.
Mint Chocolate Coffee
Recipe: Mint Chocolate Coffee
Ingredients
• 1 ounce of chocolate mint liqueur
• Dash of shaved chocolate
• Whipping cream (optional)
• Regular coffee or try Dutch Chocolate Decaf
Instructions
1. Brew your regular coffee.
2. Add the 1 ounce of chocolate mint liqueur into your cup.
3. Add some whipping cream if desired.
4. Sprinkle with shaved chocolate.
Coffee Flavored Milkshakes
Recipe: Coffee Flavored Milkshakes
Ingredients
• 1 pint of coffee ice cream
• 1/2 cup light rum (optional)
• 4 to 6 scoops vanilla ice cream
• Instant coffee powder
Instructions
1. Spoon coffee ice cream into blender.
2. Add rum and finely ground coffee.
3. Blend on high until creamy smooth.
4. Pour into tall glasses, adding a scoop of the vanilla ice cream to each glass.
Irish Coffee
Recipe: Irish coffee
Ingredients
• 1 jigger of Irish Whiskey
• 2/3 cup of coffee or flavored Irish Cremer coffee
• 1/4 cup of heavy cream, lightly whipped
Instructions
1. Preheat the glass with hot water.
2. Dump the water out and add the hot coffee with the teaspoon of sugar and stir.
3. Add the jigger of whiskey, and top with the whipping cream.
Dark coffees are best for this recipe.
Amaretto Coffee
Recipe: Amaretto
Coffee Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cup Warm Water
• 1 tb Instant Coffee Crystals
• Dessert Topping from a pressurized can
Instructions
1. In a 2-cup measure stir together water and instant coffee crystals.
2. Micro-cook uncovered, on100% power for about 4 minutes or just till steaming hot.
3. Stir in Amaretto.
4. Serve in mugs.
5. Top each mug of coffee mixture with some dessert topping.
Canadian Coffee
Canadian Coffee is a flavorful coffee drink with a bold, strong taste. The hint of maple makes it delicious and the whiskey
gives it a nice little kick. This makes a nice dessert drink.Recipe: Canadian Coffee
Ingredients
• 1/4 cup Maple syrup
; pure
• 3 c ups Coffee; hot, black, double strength
Topping:
• 3/4 cup Whipping cream
• 4 tsp Maple syrup; pure
Alexander Espresso
A relaxing coffee drink recipe using brandy and Creme de Cacao: the coffee drink version of the Brandy Alexander. This one is a great after dinner refreshment.
Recipe: Alexander Espresso
Ingredients
• 1 cup Cold water
• 2 tb Ground espresso coffee
• 1/2 ea Cinnamon stick (3″ long)
• 4 tsp Creme de cacao
• 2 tsp Brandy
• 2 tb Whipping cream, chilled
• 1 ea Grated semisweet chocolate
Eggnog Coffee
Recipe: Eggnog Coffee
Ingredients
• 1 cup of coffee or try Pumpkin Spice flavored coffee
• 1 egg yoke
• 1 tsp sugar
• Dash of nutmeg
Instructions
1. Beat the sugar and egg yoke together.
2. Place cream in a saucepan and heat over low setting, do not burn.
3. Wisk the egg mixture into the warmed cream, heat until hot.
4. Add coffee to mugs and top with the cream mixture.
Spiced French Coffee
Recipe: Spiced French Coffee
Ingredients
• 1 Orange, sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 5 whole cloves
• Regular amount of your usual coffee or try Swiss Chocolate Orange flavored coffee
Instructions
1. Add the above ingredients together and brew as normal.
2. Place a slice of orange at the bottom or your cup.
3. Pour in coffee and add sugar and cream to taste.
Frosty Mocha Coffee
Recipe: Frosty Mocha Coffee
Ingredients
• 1 cup of freshly brewed coffee
• 6 tablespoons of chocolate syrup
• 1 cup prepared cold coffee
Instructions
1. Blend hot coffee and chocolate syrup in blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Cool the mixture to room temperature.
4. Pour the mixture into a medium bowl.
5. Add the softened ice cream and cold coffee.
6. With a rotary beater, beat until smooth.
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