Ethiopian Honey and Ginger Spiced Coffee Cocktail

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A warming cocktail blending strong Ethiopian coffee with honey, fresh ginger, and a splash of whiskey for a smooth, spicy finish. This Ethiopian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together strong brewed Ethiopian coffee, whiskey, honey 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 180 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: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Ethiopian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Brew 4 oz of strong Ethiopian coffee and pour it into a heatproof mixing glass.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp honey and 3 fresh ginger slices to the coffee, stirring gently until the honey dissolves and the ginger infuses the warm liquid for 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Strain out the ginger slices and pour in 2 oz whiskey, stirring to combine.
  4. Step 4: Fill a rocks glass with 4 ice cubes and strain the cocktail over the ice.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink before dropping it in. Serve immediately for a cozy, spiced coffee experience.

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