Honey-Spiced Ethiopian Coffee Cocktail

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A warming cocktail blending rich Ethiopian coffee with honey, cinnamon, and a splash of brandy, perfect for an after-dinner treat. This Ethiopian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee, honey, cinnamon stick 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 ounces freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee and pour into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon honey and 1 cinnamon stick, warming gently over low heat for 3 minutes to infuse flavors.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in 1.5 ounces brandy while the mixture is still warm.
  3. Step 3: Fill a cocktail shaker with 4 ice cubes. Pour in the coffee mixture and 2 ounces whole milk or cream.
  4. Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled and slightly frothy.
  5. Step 5: Strain into a warmed glass and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top before serving warm.

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