Spiced Mexican Coffee Flip
A rich and warming coffee cocktail with tequila, cinnamon, and creamy egg, perfect for cozy evenings inspired by Mexican flavors. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, freshly brewed espresso, cinnamon 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 280 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz reposado tequila
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 oz heavy cream
- a pinch ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 1 oz of fresh espresso and set aside to cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a shaker without ice, combine 1.5 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz espresso, 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup, and 1 egg yolk.
- Step 3: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify and create a creamy texture.
- Step 4: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 20 seconds to chill.
- Step 5: Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 6: Slowly pour 1 oz heavy cream over the back of a spoon onto the surface to create a layered effect.
- Step 7: Finish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon on top and serve immediately.
