COFFEE COCKTAIL

COFFEE COCKTAIL

Despite its misleading name, this classic pre-Prohibition cocktail contains absolutely no coffee, deriving its moniker instead from its deep, rich appearance that mimics a coffee with cream. A sophisticated variation of a flip, it combines ruby port and brandy with a whole egg and sugar to create a luxuriously creamy, velvety texture with complex fruit and spice notes. The drink is finished with a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg, adding an aromatic warmth that perfectly complements the savory richness of the fortified wine.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Shaved ice (Quantity estimated for filling a large bar glass 2/3 full.)
  • 1 large Egg (pasteurized) (Originally '1 fresh Egg'. Use pasteurized egg to reduce risk of foodborne illness.)
  • 1 teaspoon Superfine sugar (Originally 'Bar Sugar'.)
  • 1 1/2 ounces Port wine (Originally '1 jigger'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 fl oz).)
  • 1 ounce Brandy (Originally '1 pony'. Converted to modern measurement (1 pony = 1 fl oz).)
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg (Freshly grated for garnish.)

Instructions

  1. 1Fill a large cocktail shaker or bar glass approximately 2/3 full with shaved ice. Add the fresh egg, superfine sugar, Port wine, and Brandy.
  2. 2Shake the mixture vigorously for at least 15-20 seconds to emulsify the egg and chill the drink. Strain the mixture into a medium-sized thin glass (such as a wine glass or coupe).
  3. 3Grate fresh nutmeg over the top of the drink and serve immediately.
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