Tropical Rum Espresso Flip
A rich and velvety cocktail blending dark rum with fresh espresso and tropical coconut cream for an indulgent nightcap. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together dark rum, freshly brewed espresso, coconut cream 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 250 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
- 1.75 oz dark rum
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 3/4 oz coconut cream
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 whole egg
- a pinch grated nutmeg
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pour 1.75 oz dark rum, 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, 3/4 oz coconut cream, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 1 whole egg into a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg and blend ingredients.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes filling the shaker halfway and shake again for 15 seconds until frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to ensure smooth texture.
- Step 5: Garnish by grating a pinch of fresh nutmeg evenly over the foam surface.







