Pousse Café
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A layered coffee-flavored cocktail with a smooth finish, perfect for coffee lovers.
History
The Pousse Café originated in France as a traditional after-dinner drink, showcasing the art of layering various ingredients based on density.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Prepare the ingredients: strong coffee, coffee liqueur, orange liqueur, and grenadine.
Step 2.
- Using a spoon, slowly pour the grenadine into the bottom of the glass to create the first layer.
Step 3.
- Next, carefully layer the orange liqueur on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
Step 4.
- Follow with the coffee liqueur, again pouring slowly over the spoon to maintain the separation of the layers.
Step 5.
- Finally, top with a shot of strong coffee, pouring it gently to avoid mixing the layers.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a couple of coffee beans on top and serve.
Ingredients
30 ml Strong coffee — Freshly brewed
30 ml Coffee Liqueur — None
30 ml Orange liqueur — None
15 ml Grenadine — None
2 units Coffee Beans — None (garnish)
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