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Close-up of a cocktail made with Drambuie, coffee and whisky, featuring a float of cream.
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DRAMBUIE COCKTAIL FOR BURNS NIGHT: THE COFFEE CRÈME

This Drambuie cocktail combines the namesake Scottish whisky liqueur with coffee, creating a particularly good-looking drink with a well-rounded flavour featuring undertones of honey and chocolate. The coffee crème is a fantastic option for a Burns Night cocktail but this Drambuie drink can also be enjoyed throughout autumn and winter, especially over Christmas and Hogmanay.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Alcoholic Drink
Cuisine: British, Scottish
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 1
Calories: 243kcal

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Drambuie
  • 20 ml Espresso coffee hot, freshly brewed
  • 20 ml Scottish whisky
  • 10 ml Crème de Cacao brown
  • 15 ml Single cream 18% fat content

Instructions

  • Put a large handful of ice into a mixing jug and pour in the alcohol and coffee.
  • Stir briskly for 30 seconds to chill, blend and dilute the ingredients.
  • Strain into an empty rocks glass or short tumbler.
  • Fill the glass up to the top with ice.
  • Slowly pour the cream over the ice cubes so that it floats on top
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use plenty of ice when mixing this cocktail and when filling up the glass after pouring it. This Drambuie cocktail begs to be served ice cold.
  • To ensure the best coffee flavour use freshly brewed espresso coffee.
  • Use 8-10g ground espresso and brew it in a coffee machine to produce a 20ml shot of espresso. It’s the perfect strength for this Drambuie and coffee cocktail.
  • Add the cream at the point of serving and pour it slowly over an ice cube to allow it to float over the top of the drink.
  • Avoid pouring the cream quickly and don’t pour directly into the liquid as there is a risk it will sink.
  • Not sure whether to float the cream or mix it in? Float the cream on top but serve the cocktail with a small spoon alongside so guests can elect to mix the cream into their Drambuie drinks if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 38mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 154IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.03mg