Velvety Espresso Rum Flip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

A smooth and indulgent rum cocktail combining rich espresso with creamy egg yolk for a velvety texture and bold coffee flavor. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together dark rum, freshly brewed espresso, and simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water) 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 "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 dark rum
• 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
• 3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 oz whole milk
• 3 for garnish coffee beans
• enough to fill shaker ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Brew 1 oz of fresh espresso and allow to cool slightly.
2. Step 2: In a cocktail shaker without ice, combine 1.5 oz dark rum, 1 oz cooled espresso, 3/4 oz simple syrup, 1 large egg yolk, and 1 oz whole milk.
3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify and create a creamy texture.
4. Step 4: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
5. Step 5: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove any ice shards and egg solids.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 3 coffee beans floated on the surface arranged in a triangle.