Posted on 11/26/2023 9:41:20 AM PST by pominoval
There is no question that whiskey, maple syrup and coffee are all individually delicious. As I was exploring new iced coffee options, I was surprised at how well all three of them work together though. Now even after I knew the ingredients necessary for this drink, it took some time to get the proportions just right. I found it was a delicate balance to find the perfect sweetness with the syrup, bite with the whiskey and flavor of the coffee. Too much of any of them threw off the drink. After much experimentation, I found the proportions that I think mix perfectly to blend the coffee and whiskey flavors, while allowing the maple syrup to accentuate it all with a little sweetness.
The Ingredients In my recipe I (unintentionally) used all Kirkland-brand (Costco) ingredients including their blended scotch whiskey, organic maple syrup and organic whole milk. Any whiskey, scotch or bourbon will work though, so use whatever you prefer. I also experimented with both whole milk and cream. Both work, but I found cream to be even better and help maximize the creaminess without having to dilute the coffee and whiskey too much.
INGREDIENTS 1 oz whiskey (15-20 grams) 4 oz cold brew coffee (strong-brewed) (60 grams) 0.5 oz maple syrup (5 grams) 1 oz cream (15-20 grams) ice f you do not have a cocktail shaker, you can pour ingredients directly into a glass without the ice and stir to combine.
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Hahaha “after much experimentation” That’s funny!
An answer in search of a question.
Oh, and welcome to FR.
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“...After much experimentation,...”
I hope you slept it off.
Welcome to FR!
Sounds like something I’d like to try.
With many cocktails, I find that getting the right proportions is nearly essential.
I’m not drinking. I’m experimenting. Science!
Sounds like you invented “Irish Coffee” with a dash of maple syrup.
Should do it with Bourbon. Call it Kentucky Koffee.
Thank you!
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In case you did t know, Costco has bourbon barrel aged maple syrup.
Knob Creek with Maple is an unreal treat!
Whiskey latte.
Thanks for posting. Sounds delicious. I no longer drink alcohol (recovering alcoholic) but would have enjoyed this when I did and before it became a problem.
“Those drinks were good - so now I’ll join Free Republic.”
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