Cafe Diavolo
Ignite your senses with the bold and aromatic flavors of Café Diavolo, a fiery coffee cocktail that combines rich espresso with the warm, spiced allure of brandy. This indulgent drink features a harmonious blend of citrusy orange and lemon peels, sweet sugar, and a fragrant mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, all gently simmered and theatrically flamed for a touch of drama. Once the flames subside, the infused brandy is paired with robust coffee for a beverage that's equal parts luxurious and invigorating. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a showstopping after-dinner drink, this classic Café Diavolo promises a symphony of flavors in every sip. Garnish with a twist of citrus peel for a stunning presentation, and enjoy this fiery delight that's as much an experience as it is a treat! Keywords: Café Diavolo recipe, spiced coffee cocktail, flaming drink recipe, coffee with brandy, citrus and spice coffee.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 45 ml brandy
- 1 strip orange peel
- 1 strip lemon peel
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 pinch ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 2 whole cloves
Instructions
Brew 240 ml of espresso or strong coffee and keep it hot.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brandy, orange peel, lemon peel, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Warm the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, but do not let it boil. This helps infuse the flavors into the brandy.
Once warmed and the sugar is fully dissolved, carefully ignite the mixture using a long lighter or match. Allow it to flame for about 10-15 seconds, then extinguish the flame by covering the saucepan with a lid or a metal spoon.
Strain the warm spiced brandy mixture into two coffee mugs, dividing evenly.
Top each mug with 120 ml of the freshly brewed hot espresso or coffee.
Stir gently to combine and serve immediately. Garnish with a curl of orange or lemon peel, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 997 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
