Cinnamon Spiced Coffee Cocktail
A cozy coffee cocktail infused with warm cinnamon and optional spices, blended with milk and liqueur for a comforting drink perfect for chilly days.
Equipment
- Coffee maker
- Coffee mug or cocktail glass
- Small saucepan
- Whisk or spoon
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee medium or dark roast
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 pinch ground clove optional
- 1 pinch ground ginger optional
- 1 tbsp sugar, honey, or maple syrup
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 oz coconut milk or soy milk or preferred milk
- 1 oz coffee liqueur or dark rum
- whipped cream for topping
- ground cinnamon extra for topping
Instructions
- Brew a cup of coffee using your preferred method.
- Pour coffee into a small saucepan and add cinnamon, clove, and ginger.
- Warm over low heat, stirring in sugar or sweetener until dissolved.
- Add vanilla and milk of choice, stirring and heating without boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in coffee liqueur or rum if using.
- If using whole spices, strain into mug or glass.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon.
Notes
Omit alcohol for a non-alcoholic version. Coconut or soy milk works for dairy-free diets. Stronger coffee pairs better with spices and milk. Add nutmeg or use maple syrup for a flavor twist. Scale up for groups and serve from a slow cooker.