This smore's carajillo is a riff on the Mexican cocktail that combines Licor 43 and espresso. This version ups the ante and adds mezcal, chocolate bitters, and cinnamon bitters for a smokier and spicier twist on the classic. I also highly encourage topping the finished cocktail with toasted marshmallows.
Espresso cocktails are some of my absolute favorites, especially when they combine bourbon and espresso. This bourbon espresso old fashioned and bourbon espresso martini are some of my favorites!
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⭐ WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE:
- It's the perfect twist, espresso lovers! The sweet vanilla and citrus notes in Licor 43 are a perfect match for the marshmallow, spices, and espresso.
- It's the perfect alternative to the espresso martini! This is simpler, sweeter, and more refreshing than an espresso martini.
- Licor 43 is delicious, and you will want to find more cocktails to use it in. Licor 43 is a Spanish liqueur that tastes of citrus and vanilla with underlying notes of spice and is really delicous.
Key Ingredients
- Espresso: A single shot of freshly brewed espresso is the coffee element used in the cocktail. Using true espresso is key; I would not substitute for regular drip coffee as it's not as strong.
- Mezcal: Mezcal is a spirit similar to tequila. It is also made from agave, but it is cooked in pits in the ground, which gives it its signature smokey flavor.
- Licor 43: This is a Spanish liqueur that tastes of citrus and vanilla with underlying notes of spice. It is really delicious with bourbon and espresso.
- Chocolate Bitters and Cinnamon Bitters: these bitters add a bit of chocolate and a bit of spice to the cocktail.
- Maple syrup: this adds a touch more sweetness to the drink to balance out the bitters.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make this recipe:
- Step 1: Brew the espresso.
- Step 2: Add 1 ½ ounces of espresso (1 shot), 1 ounce of Licor 43, 1 ounce of mezcal, and 2 dashs of chocolate bitters, 1 dash of cinnamon bitters, and ½ ounce maple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Step 3: Shake for 30 seconds then pour into a glass with ice.
- Step 4: Toast 2 marshmallows and garnish the drink.
💭 EXPERT TIPS:
Freshly brewed espresso works best, but you can substitute it for concentrated cold brew.
Suggested Barware: Use a jigger to measure your ingredients accurately.
Toast the marshmallows on a heat-safe stick with a kitchen torch on medium-low for quick and easy toasted marshmallows.
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Smore's Carajillo
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: cocktail
- Method: shaken
- Cuisine: american
Description
This smore's carajillo is a riff on the Mexican cocktail that combines Licor 43 and espresso. This version ups the ante and adds mezcal, chocolate bitters, and cinnamon bitters for a smokier and spicier twist on the classic. I also highly encourage topping the finished cocktail with toasted marshmallows.
Ingredients
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 ounce mezcal
- 1 ounce Licor 43
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- 1 dash smoked cinnamon bitters
- 2 toasted marshmallows
Instructions
- Start by brewing the espresso.
- Then add 1 ½ ounces of espresso (1 shot), 1 ounce of Licor 43, 1 ounce of mezcal, and 2 dashs of chocolate, 1 dash of cinnamon bitters, and ½ ounce maple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake for 30 seconds then pour into a glass with ice.
- Toast 2 marshmallows and garnish the drink.
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