Liqueur coffee

Liqueur coffee is a coffee drink with a shot of liqueur. It may be served in a special liqueur coffee glass, often with cream and sugar. Liqueur coffee is particularly popular in Galicia, where it is considered a traditional drink.

History

The history of liqueur coffee is closely tied to the history of coffee and liqueur separately. Coffee was first consumed in the 9th century, when it was discovered in the highlands of Ethiopia. From there, it spread to Egypt and Yemen, and by the 15th century, had reached Armenia, Persia, Turkey, and northern Africa. Liqueur, on the other hand, has a history that dates back to at least the 13th century in Italy.

The combination of coffee and liqueur is believed to have originated in Italy, with the creation of the Caffè corretto - an Italian beverage, consisting of a shot of espresso "corrected" with a shot of liquor.

Preparation

The preparation of liqueur coffee involves brewing a cup of coffee and adding a shot of liqueur. The type of liqueur used can vary widely, and different types of liqueur can give the coffee different flavors. Some of the most popular liqueurs to use in coffee include Irish cream, Amaretto, and Kahlúa, which is a coffee-flavored liqueur.

In some cases, the coffee and liqueur may be combined in a cocktail shaker with ice to make a cold version of the drink. This is often topped with whipped cream or other toppings.

Varieties

There are many varieties of liqueur coffee, each with its own unique combination of coffee and liqueur. Some of the most popular include:

• Irish coffee: Made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and topped with cream.
• Mexican coffee: Made with hot coffee, tequila, and Kahlúa.
• Spanish coffee: Made with hot coffee, rum, and a hit of lemon juice.
• Italian coffee: Also known as Caffè corretto, it is made with espresso and grappa, sambuca, or brandy.

See also

• List of coffee beverages
• Coffee culture
• Coffee preparation
• Coffeehouse