Carajillo

Carajillo

Shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into glass filled with new ice

Alcohol
Licor 43 (liqueur)31% ABV
1shot
Mixers
Coffee (espresso)
Coffee (espresso)
shot
Ice
Ice
As desired
Servings
Measurement Guide

All measurements are shown in shots for easy bartending at home. Use these conversions at your bar.

1 shot=1.5 oz
1 shot=4 cl
Fun Facts
Origin

The Carajillo is a traditional Spanish drink, blending coffee with liquor, commonly brandy or rum. Its roots can be traced back to Cuba, when Spanish soldiers would add rum to their coffee for courage (coraje in Spanish, hence "corajillo", and eventually "carajillo")

Popularity

It gained popularity in Spain and Latin America, especially in Mexico, where it evolved into a sophisticated cocktail with a variety of interpretations, from simple to elaborate

Culture & History

The Carajillo has become a symbol of Spanish and Latin American coffee culture, bridging the gap between a daytime pick-me-up and an evening relaxant. Its presence in cafes and bars alike underscores its versatility and widespread appeal

Carajillo