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How To Make A Carajillo: 5 Recipes

Published 3 months ago • 1 min read

Think espresso martinis are the height of coffee cocktail sophistication?

Let me introduce you to their bolder, more complex cousin: the Carajillo.

This Spanish-Mexican hybrid combines hot espresso with Licor 43 (a vanilla-forward Spanish liqueur with 43 secret ingredients) creating a drink that's been quietly dominating Mexico City's nightlife scene for decades.

While most bartenders simply mix and serve, the magic lies in the temperature contrast.

Chill your Licor 43 in the freezer for exactly 30 minutes before preparing. This creates that striking visual layering effect and prevents the espresso from breaking down the liqueur's delicate aromatics too quickly.

What makes this drink truly special isn't just its Instagram-worthy appearance – it's how the vanilla and botanical notes from the Licor 43 transform your espresso's natural caramel undertones into something entirely new.

Think crème brûlée meets coffee, with a complexity that puts cream liqueurs to shame. Serve it in an insulated glass or a glass meant for hot beverages like this​

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