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ClosePhoto: Casey BarberA shot of liquor livens up lattes as well as cappuccinos, cortados or any coffee drink you’re making at home. You don’t need a fancy mug to enjoy a spiked coffee, either—though we fully support anything that makes a pick-me-up feel even more special.Use the base ratio of 1 fluid ounce (2 tablespoons) of liquor for every 8 ounces (1 cup) of strong brewed coffee or 4 ounces (1/2 cup or a double shot) of espresso. Add milk, half-and-half ornon-dairy milkto taste—or any of our other mix-in suggestions.9 Rules for How to Make a Perfect Cup of CoffeeWhiskeyIrish whiskey is the classic choice for Irish Coffee, but any member of the whiskey family pairs well with an espresso-based coffee drink. Try cinnamon whiskey for a spiced-up option or maple whiskey for a seasonal note.KahlúaTurn your coffee into a White Russian that The Dude would be happy to imbibe. This coffee liqueur is the easiest way to juice up a regular cup of coffee. Add milk or cream to taste, then kick back and relax.Anise LiqueursSambuca is traditionally paired with espresso at Italian restaurants after dinner is done, but this sweet licorice-forward liqueur isn’t the only option if you love its distinctive taste. Try a half-ounce of French pastis or even Greek ouzo for a bracing add-in.AmaroWhile there’s a wide variety of styles for this Italian digestif(an after-dinner cocktail) ranging from bitter to bold, brands like Averna and Meletti have a subtle spice and sweetness that go well with coffee. Or try a splash of Caffè Amaro for a like-for-like pairing.RumHints of caramelized sugar make dark rum a natural pairing for coffee drinks. For a sweet touch, do a half shot of rum and a half shot of ginger liqueur to make your own gingerbread latte.CognacThis aged brandy adds subtle but rich notes of fruit and vanilla to coffee. Try it with thisWhipped Pumpkin Spice Coffeerecipe, which brings in the flavors of pumpkin spice, maple syrup and vanilla for a truly elegant drink.Chocolate LiqueurIf a mochaccino is your go-to order (we love thisWhipped Coffee Mochaccinorecipe), this is the easiest way to turn your afternoon buzz into a happy hour boost. A little of this creamy liqueur goes a long way, so start with a tablespoon in your coffee or drizzle it over a whipped cream topping for a treat.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
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A shot of liquor livens up lattes as well as cappuccinos, cortados or any coffee drink you’re making at home. You don’t need a fancy mug to enjoy a spiked coffee, either—though we fully support anything that makes a pick-me-up feel even more special.Use the base ratio of 1 fluid ounce (2 tablespoons) of liquor for every 8 ounces (1 cup) of strong brewed coffee or 4 ounces (1/2 cup or a double shot) of espresso. Add milk, half-and-half ornon-dairy milkto taste—or any of our other mix-in suggestions.9 Rules for How to Make a Perfect Cup of CoffeeWhiskeyIrish whiskey is the classic choice for Irish Coffee, but any member of the whiskey family pairs well with an espresso-based coffee drink. Try cinnamon whiskey for a spiced-up option or maple whiskey for a seasonal note.KahlúaTurn your coffee into a White Russian that The Dude would be happy to imbibe. This coffee liqueur is the easiest way to juice up a regular cup of coffee. Add milk or cream to taste, then kick back and relax.Anise LiqueursSambuca is traditionally paired with espresso at Italian restaurants after dinner is done, but this sweet licorice-forward liqueur isn’t the only option if you love its distinctive taste. Try a half-ounce of French pastis or even Greek ouzo for a bracing add-in.AmaroWhile there’s a wide variety of styles for this Italian digestif(an after-dinner cocktail) ranging from bitter to bold, brands like Averna and Meletti have a subtle spice and sweetness that go well with coffee. Or try a splash of Caffè Amaro for a like-for-like pairing.RumHints of caramelized sugar make dark rum a natural pairing for coffee drinks. For a sweet touch, do a half shot of rum and a half shot of ginger liqueur to make your own gingerbread latte.CognacThis aged brandy adds subtle but rich notes of fruit and vanilla to coffee. Try it with thisWhipped Pumpkin Spice Coffeerecipe, which brings in the flavors of pumpkin spice, maple syrup and vanilla for a truly elegant drink.Chocolate LiqueurIf a mochaccino is your go-to order (we love thisWhipped Coffee Mochaccinorecipe), this is the easiest way to turn your afternoon buzz into a happy hour boost. A little of this creamy liqueur goes a long way, so start with a tablespoon in your coffee or drizzle it over a whipped cream topping for a treat.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
A shot of liquor livens up lattes as well as cappuccinos, cortados or any coffee drink you’re making at home. You don’t need a fancy mug to enjoy a spiked coffee, either—though we fully support anything that makes a pick-me-up feel even more special.Use the base ratio of 1 fluid ounce (2 tablespoons) of liquor for every 8 ounces (1 cup) of strong brewed coffee or 4 ounces (1/2 cup or a double shot) of espresso. Add milk, half-and-half ornon-dairy milkto taste—or any of our other mix-in suggestions.9 Rules for How to Make a Perfect Cup of CoffeeWhiskeyIrish whiskey is the classic choice for Irish Coffee, but any member of the whiskey family pairs well with an espresso-based coffee drink. Try cinnamon whiskey for a spiced-up option or maple whiskey for a seasonal note.KahlúaTurn your coffee into a White Russian that The Dude would be happy to imbibe. This coffee liqueur is the easiest way to juice up a regular cup of coffee. Add milk or cream to taste, then kick back and relax.Anise LiqueursSambuca is traditionally paired with espresso at Italian restaurants after dinner is done, but this sweet licorice-forward liqueur isn’t the only option if you love its distinctive taste. Try a half-ounce of French pastis or even Greek ouzo for a bracing add-in.AmaroWhile there’s a wide variety of styles for this Italian digestif(an after-dinner cocktail) ranging from bitter to bold, brands like Averna and Meletti have a subtle spice and sweetness that go well with coffee. Or try a splash of Caffè Amaro for a like-for-like pairing.RumHints of caramelized sugar make dark rum a natural pairing for coffee drinks. For a sweet touch, do a half shot of rum and a half shot of ginger liqueur to make your own gingerbread latte.CognacThis aged brandy adds subtle but rich notes of fruit and vanilla to coffee. Try it with thisWhipped Pumpkin Spice Coffeerecipe, which brings in the flavors of pumpkin spice, maple syrup and vanilla for a truly elegant drink.Chocolate LiqueurIf a mochaccino is your go-to order (we love thisWhipped Coffee Mochaccinorecipe), this is the easiest way to turn your afternoon buzz into a happy hour boost. A little of this creamy liqueur goes a long way, so start with a tablespoon in your coffee or drizzle it over a whipped cream topping for a treat.
A shot of liquor livens up lattes as well as cappuccinos, cortados or any coffee drink you’re making at home. You don’t need a fancy mug to enjoy a spiked coffee, either—though we fully support anything that makes a pick-me-up feel even more special.
Use the base ratio of 1 fluid ounce (2 tablespoons) of liquor for every 8 ounces (1 cup) of strong brewed coffee or 4 ounces (1/2 cup or a double shot) of espresso. Add milk, half-and-half ornon-dairy milkto taste—or any of our other mix-in suggestions.
9 Rules for How to Make a Perfect Cup of Coffee
Irish whiskey is the classic choice for Irish Coffee, but any member of the whiskey family pairs well with an espresso-based coffee drink. Try cinnamon whiskey for a spiced-up option or maple whiskey for a seasonal note.
Turn your coffee into a White Russian that The Dude would be happy to imbibe. This coffee liqueur is the easiest way to juice up a regular cup of coffee. Add milk or cream to taste, then kick back and relax.
Sambuca is traditionally paired with espresso at Italian restaurants after dinner is done, but this sweet licorice-forward liqueur isn’t the only option if you love its distinctive taste. Try a half-ounce of French pastis or even Greek ouzo for a bracing add-in.
While there’s a wide variety of styles for this Italian digestif(an after-dinner cocktail) ranging from bitter to bold, brands like Averna and Meletti have a subtle spice and sweetness that go well with coffee. Or try a splash of Caffè Amaro for a like-for-like pairing.
Hints of caramelized sugar make dark rum a natural pairing for coffee drinks. For a sweet touch, do a half shot of rum and a half shot of ginger liqueur to make your own gingerbread latte.
This aged brandy adds subtle but rich notes of fruit and vanilla to coffee. Try it with thisWhipped Pumpkin Spice Coffeerecipe, which brings in the flavors of pumpkin spice, maple syrup and vanilla for a truly elegant drink.
If a mochaccino is your go-to order (we love thisWhipped Coffee Mochaccinorecipe), this is the easiest way to turn your afternoon buzz into a happy hour boost. A little of this creamy liqueur goes a long way, so start with a tablespoon in your coffee or drizzle it over a whipped cream topping for a treat.
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