Cocoa-Chili Mexican Mocha

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

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A rich and spicy mocha cocktail with dark chocolate, espresso, and a hint of chili pepper, delivering warmth and indulgence in every sip. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together dark rum, freshly brewed espresso, chocolate liqueur for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 260 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 oz dark rum
1 oz freshly brewed espresso
1 oz chocolate liqueur
2 oz half and half
a pinch chili powder
2 tbsp whipped cream
1 tsp grated dark chocolate

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Instructions

Step 1: Brew 1 oz of fresh espresso and set aside to slightly cool.
Step 2: In a cocktail shaker without ice, combine 1.5 oz dark rum, 1 oz chocolate liqueur, 2 oz half and half, and 1 oz espresso.
Step 3: Add a pinch of chili powder and fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled and slightly frothy.
Step 5: Strain into a warmed Irish coffee glass.
Step 6: Top with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream and sprinkle 1 teaspoon grated dark chocolate on top.
Step 7: Optionally, dust a tiny pinch of chili powder over the whipped cream for extra heat.