Carajillo (Licor 43)

Carajillo (Licor 43)

Spain‑to‑Mexico pick‑me‑up—Licor 43 shaken hard with hot espresso and served over ice for vanilla‑spiced coffee sweetness.

9%

ABV

easy

Difficulty

rocks

Glass

Flavor Profile

History & Heritage

A contemporary Mexican favorite pairing Spain’s Licor 43 with espresso—shaken hot‑cold for a creamy head and layered aromas.

Ingredients

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Method

Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.

1

Shake hot espresso and Licor 43 hard with ice until frothy

2

Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass

3

Express an orange peel over the top (optional)

Glassware

rocks

Shaken and served over ice

Garnish

Orange peel

Express oils

Optional

Flavor Journey

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4

Sweet

out of 10

0

Sour

out of 10

1

Bitter

out of 10

2

Strong

out of 10

Master's Tips

Professional insights to elevate your craft

Shake immediately while espresso is hot

A double shot gives better texture

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