Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip
A rich and creamy flip cocktail combining smooth spiced rum with fresh coffee and a whole egg for luscious texture and warmth. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together spiced rum, cold brewed coffee, simple syrup (1:1) 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz spiced rum
- 1 oz cold brewed coffee
- 0.5 oz simple syrup (1:1)
- 1 whole egg
- a pinch ground cinnamon
- a pinch grated nutmeg
- as needed ice cubes
- 1, for garnish cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Step 1: Crack 1 whole egg into a cocktail shaker and add 1.5 oz spiced rum, 1 oz cold brewed coffee, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Dry shake vigorously without ice for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway and shake again for 15 seconds until chilled and frothy.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and achieve smooth texture.
- Step 5: Lightly dust the surface with a pinch of ground cinnamon and grated nutmeg.
- Step 6: Garnish by resting a cinnamon stick alongside the glass rim.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip?
Refrigerate any leftover venezuelan coffee-spiced rum flip in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Venezuelan Coffee-Spiced Rum Flip?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
