Frothy Espresso Rum Flip

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A creamy, rich dessert cocktail combining dark rum with fresh espresso and whole egg for a velvety texture and bold coffee flavor. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together Dark rum, Freshly brewed espresso, 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 "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: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 230 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pour 1.5 oz dark rum, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 whole egg into a cocktail shaker without ice.
  2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify and create a frothy texture.
  3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker, filling it halfway, then shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch.
  4. Step 4: Double strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and egg solids.
  5. Step 5: Finish by grating a small pinch of fresh nutmeg over the foam surface to garnish.

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