Nov 19 2008
Alexander Espresso - The Perfect After Dinner Treat
If you really want to impress your dinner guests after a great meal, try serving them this Alexander espresso drink. Since it’s an espresso, it’s a fairly small drink, but the cinnamon and of course the brandy make it “fancy”. The drink is so yummy it can take the place of dessert, or you could of course serve it after.
Alexander Espresso
photo credit: andrew steinmetz
1 c Cold water
2 tb Ground espresso coffee
1/2 ea Cinnamon stick (3″ long)
4 ts Creme de cacao
2 ts Brandy
2 tb Whipping cream, chilled
1 ea Grated semisweet chocolate
Break out your espresso machine for this one or just make really strong coffee w/ a small amount of water. Break cinnamon stick into small pieces and add to hot espresso. Allow to cool for 1 minute. Add creme de cacao and brandy, and stir gently. Pour into cute demitasse cups. Whip the cream, and float some cream on top of each cup. For looks, garnish with grated chocolate or fancy chocolate curls. Multiply proportions by six and it’s perfect for a party.