Velvety Espresso Rum Flip
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, 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 "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 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
- Step 1: Brew 1 oz of fresh espresso and allow to cool slightly.
- 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.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify and create a creamy texture.
- Step 4: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Step 5: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove any ice shards and egg solids.
- Step 6: Garnish with 3 coffee beans floated on the surface arranged in a triangle.
