alpine coffee

Renton, WA
Updated on Jan 19, 2016

This is popular in the Alps region of Switzerland, Germany and Austria where the chilly mountain climate and long skiing season make hot drinks such a necessity. A few sips of this will keep you warm on those snowy, chilly mornings.

prep time 5 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 1

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fresh brewed hot coffee (strong)
  • - sugar and cream, to taste
  • 1 1/2 ounces frangelico or other hazelnut liqueur
  • 1 1/2 ounces kirsch (cherry brandy)
  • 2 tablespoons whippped cream
  • - a dusting of fresh grated nutmet, for garnish
  • - dark chocolate shavings, for garnish

How To Make alpine coffee

  • Step 1
    Pour coffee into a large coffee mug.
  • Step 2
    Add cream and sugar to taste (optional).
  • Step 3
    Stir in the Frangelico and kirsch.
  • Step 4
    Top with whipped cream, and grate nutmeg (about 3 to 4 "scratches") on top of the whipped cream. Garnish with a few chocolate shavings, and serve immediately while coffee is still hot.

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