Chase away the chill with this cozy Spanish coffee recipe, made with rum, orange and coffee liqueurs, lightly sweetened whipped cream and a bit of fiery flair.
Instructions
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Rim the glass
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Moisten the rim of a large glass mug with an orange slice. Sprinkle superfine sugar on a plate, then dip the rim in the sugar. Using a kitchen torch, hold the flame about 2 inches away from rim and rotate the glass slowly until the sugar is evenly caramelized. Editor's Tip: Some obvious rules for using a kitchen torch inside (or outside) include reading the instruction manual first, clearing your space of any debris (like paper), and remembering that you're playing with actual fire. Keep it away from your face and fingers. You also don't need to caramelize the sugar; a simple sugar rim is great too.
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Add the spirits and coffee
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Add the rum, triple sec, coffee liqueur and coffee to the prepared glass.
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Top with whipped cream
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In a small bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Add the superfine sugar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Using the back of a spoon, float whipped cream on top of the cocktail. Garnish the Spanish coffee with grated nutmeg or chocolate as desired.
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Alternative method
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Create the sugar rim from Step 1. Add the triple sec and overproof rum. Using a long match, carefully light the rum and triple sec on fire, then slowly and carefully turn the glass so the flame caramelizes the sugar. Add the coffee liqueur and coffee. Top the Spanish coffee with lightly whipped cream and the garnishes, if desired. Editor's Tip: The same rules for using a kitchen torch apply here, mainly that you're working with fire and a flammable liquid. Do so with caution.
