Fat-washing and texture
How fat-washing works in coffee cocktails, why bartenders use it, and how it transforms both flavor and texture.
Coffee cocktails & mixology
Liqueurs and amari pairings
How to use coffee liqueurs and amari in cocktails, exploring their flavor synergies and best pairing strategies with coffee bases.
Bitterness management in cocktails
How to balance coffee’s natural bitterness in cocktails through sweetness, acidity, texture, and spirits selection.
Cold brew highballs and sours
How cold brew is used as a base for refreshing highball cocktails and balanced sour-style drinks in modern coffee mixology.
Irish coffee technique and balance
The proper preparation of Irish coffee, its history, and how to achieve the perfect balance of coffee, whiskey, sugar, and cream.
Espresso martini fundamentals
The history, recipe, and technique behind the espresso martini, the most famous coffee cocktail, balancing caffeine kick with cocktail elegance.