Midnight Velvet Popular

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A dark, sultry cocktail blending rich coffee liqueur and smooth whiskey with a hint of vanilla, ideal for a late-night indulgence. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, coffee liqueur, vanilla 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 220 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 & Drinks cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill. Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz coffee liqueur, 1/2 oz vanilla syrup, 1 oz fresh espresso, and 2 dashes chocolate bitters.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass without ice.
  4. Step 4: Garnish by expressing the oils of a thin orange peel over the surface, then discard the peel.
  5. Step 5: Optionally, sprinkle a light dusting of finely grated dark chocolate atop the foam for aroma.

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