Cocktail recipe

Andean Coffee Velvet recipe.

Andean Coffee Velvet takes a Colombian-inspired direction, with coffee silk, mountain fruit and velvet texture. It gives the drink a clearer sense of place than a generic modern cocktail.

Cocktail recipe 5 mins Mocktail option
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Andean Coffee Velvet

Description

Andean Coffee Velvet takes its cue from Andes, using Rum, Coffee liqueur, Panela modifier. Serve well chilled to create a cocktail with a specific cultural mood rather than a vague flavour idea.

The serve works because it has contrast: a recognisable lead flavour, a balancing citrus or aromatic note, and enough lift to keep the drink clean. It is designed to feel modern, photogenic and easy to understand from the first sip.

Use it as part of a world-cocktail menu, a country-themed party, or a tasting flight where each drink tells a small story about place, colour and occasion.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Rum
  • 20 ml Coffee Liqueur
  • 10 ml Panela modifier
  • Ice
  • Twist, fruit

Instructions

  1. Add the rum, coffee liqueur and panela modifier to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir for about 20 seconds until cold and properly diluted.
  3. Strain into a chilled rocks glass over fresh ice.
  4. Express a citrus twist over the drink and serve.

Recommended glassware

Irish Coffee Glass
Irish Coffee Glass (recommended)

A heatproof handled glass for hot cocktails.

180–300 ml Handled heatproof glass.

Best for: Irish Coffee, Hot Toddy, spiked hot chocolate, warm winter cocktails.

Garnish: Great for grated nutmeg, whipped cream, cinnamon, and citrus peel.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Medium Approx. 9% ABV 0.2 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option
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