Spanish Carajillo (Spanish Coffee) Recipe
A Carajillo is a coffee cocktail from Spain containing liquor, coffee, citrus peel, and cinnamon. The liquor is usually brandy, rum, or mezcal = depending on the country it is served in which it is served. The coffee is strong and it is served without milk and often referred to as a Spanish coffee.
Origin & Cultural Significance
Carajillo coffee is served all over the Spanish-speaking world, with the ingredients varying from country to country. In Spain, and Venezuela it is typically made with brandy, while Cuba uses rum, and Mexico serves it with mezcal or a type of coffee liquor like Kalula or Tia Maria.
It is thought that the drink was created by Spanish soldiers in Cuba during the colonial period, who would mix rum in their coffee for courage, or ‘coraje’ in Spanish, giving the drink the name Carajillo.
The drink is more typically enjoyed in bars and coffee shops with friends and family, however, some people still make their Carajillo at home, especially after large meals or on special occasions. Coffee is a huge part of Spanish and Hispanic culture and the Carajillo is just one example of the many Spanish coffees available around the world.
Spanish Carajillo Recipe
A Spanish Carajillo is a coffee cocktail from Spain containing liquor, coffee, citrus peel, and cinnamon.
Ingredients
- Strong brewed coffee - 1 cup
- Brandy or rum - 1 shot (about 1.5 oz)
- Sugar - to taste
- Lemon peel - for garnish
- Cinnamon stick - for garnish
Instructions
- Brew a cup of strong coffee.
- In a heatproof glass or cup, combine the hot coffee with a shot of brandy or rum.
- Sweeten with sugar if desired, stirring to dissolve.
- Garnish with a lemon peel and a cinnamon stick for added flavor, if desired.
- Serve the Carajillo hot.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 219Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 0g
Nutrition is provided and calculated by Nutritionix. It is for general information purposes and is only a rough estimation.
