Midnight Manx
A rich and decadent dessert cocktail that blends the creamy textures of Irish cream and heavy cream with the robust flavors of coffee liqueur and chilled hazelnut coffee. A dash of Goldschläger adds a hint of cinnamon spice and a sparkle of gold to this late-night treat.
What it tastes like
The drink smells of roasted hazelnut and dark coffee. It has a rich, coating mouthfeel with flavors of sweetened cream, milk chocolate, and a sharp cinnamon spice on the mid-palate. The finish is cold and lingering with a sugary, nutty aftertaste.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Kahlua1 oz
- Baileys Irish Cream1 oz
- Goldschläger1 dash
- Heavy Cream2 oz
- Hazelnut Coffee (Chilled)2 oz
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 2
Add the Kahlua, Baileys Irish Cream, Goldschläger, and heavy cream to the shaker.
- 3
Shake vigorously for approximately 5 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
- 4
Strain the mixture into a double old-fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Top with the chilled hazelnut coffee.
- 6
Stir gently to integrate the coffee and serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Heavy CreamWhole Milk — The drink will have a thinner consistency and less richness.
- KahluaMr Black — This substitution provides a more intense coffee flavor and reduces the overall sweetness.
- GoldschlägerCinnamon Schnapps — This provides the same spice profile without the presence of gold flakes.
- Hazelnut CoffeeAmaretto Coffee — The nut profile shifts from hazelnut to marzipan and almond.
Variations
Manx Espresso
Substitute the chilled coffee for a fresh shot of espresso to increase the bitterness and temperature contrast.
Spiked Manx
Add one ounce of vodka to the shaker to increase the alcoholic strength without altering the flavor profile significantly.