Café Mexicano (Mexican Coffee)

Name: Café Mexicano (Mexican Coffee)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp granulated sugar; water (for moistening glass rim); 1 oz tequila blanco; 1/2 oz coffee liqueur (kahlua or similar); 6 oz strong, fresh brewed black coffee; 1 scoop(s) whipped cream (from the can or tub container); 1 dash(es) ground cinnamon

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By Vickie Parks
@Northwestgal

Traditionally this is made with a flambé finish. But I don't always have the patience (or torch or lighters) to flambé it in the end. But the flambé finish really does add a nice touch to this drink, if you're so inclined.

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Serves:

Prep:

5 Min

Cook:

5 Min

Method:

No-Cook or Other

Ingredients

1 Tbsp

granulated sugar
·

water (for moistening glass rim)
1 oz

tequila blanco
1/2 oz

coffee liqueur (kahlua or similar)
6 oz

strong, fresh brewed black coffee
1 scoop(s)

whipped cream (from the can or tub container)
1 dash(es)

ground cinnamon
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How to Make Café Mexicano (Mexican Coffee)

Step-by-Step

Dip rim of a hot-beverage mug (like an Irish Coffee mug) in water, then dip in sugar to coat the rim. Put the glass over a flame for several seconds to caramelize the sugar.
Add tequila and coffee liqueur to mug, and if desired flambé momentarily with a torch.
Add strong, hot coffee to the mug. Top with a dollop of whipped cream, and dust with ground cinnamon. Serve hot.

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About Café Mexicano (Mexican Coffee)

Course/Dish: Hot Drinks

Main Ingredient: Coffee/Tea/Beverage

Regional Style: Mexican

Other Tag: Quick & Easy

Hashtags: #Kahlua coffee liqueur #Tequila blanco

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