Cuban Espresso Rum Flip
A rich, energizing cocktail blending dark rum with freshly brewed espresso and a creamy egg yolk for a silky texture. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together dark rum, fresh espresso, and simple syrup 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 230 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz dark rum
- 1 oz fresh espresso
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 egg yolk
- a pinch cinnamon powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 1 oz fresh espresso and let it cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker without ice, combine 1.5 oz dark rum, 1 oz cooled espresso, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 egg yolk.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg yolk and create a creamy texture.
- Step 4: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds until the outside is frosty.
- Step 5: Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 6: Lightly dust the surface with a pinch of cinnamon powder for aroma and garnish.
