Coffee Grog

Base Spirit

Rum

Flavour Type

Coffee, Spiced, Citrus

Cocktail Type

Modern

A spiced and aromatic coffee drink with a tiki twist, featuring a blend of rums and citrus peels, ignited for dramatic effect.

Origin/History

Created by Don the Beachcomber, a pioneer of tiki culture, Coffee Grog is a testament to his innovative and theatrical approach to cocktail crafting.

Serving Instructions

Combine ingredients in a preheated glass, ignite rums, add coffee, and stir until dissolved, garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Occassion

Evening gatherings, Winter nights

Year of Creation

1930s

Classic/Modern

Modern

Garnishes

Cinnamon stick, Coffee beans

Aroma

Rich coffee, Spiced, Slightly sweet

Texture/Consistency

Warm, Smooth

Pairings

Desserts, especially chocolate or spice-based treats

Fun Facts

The flaming presentation of Coffee Grog adds a theatrical element to its servingtypical of tiki bar traditions.

Shaking/Stirring Instructions

Shake or stir depending on the version, then strain into the glass. Sometimes flamed for effect.

Ingredients
  • Aged Jamaican Rum
  • Demerara Rum
  • Orange Curacao
  • Cold Brew Coffee
  • Coconut Cream
  • Cinnamon Syrup
  • Absinthe
  • Angostura Bitters
Preparation Method
  • 5 ml aged Jamaican rum
  • 15 ml 151-proof Demerara rum
  • 5 ml orange curacao
  • 90 ml cold brew coffee
  • 30 ml coconut cream
  • 15 ml 1:1 cinnamon syrup
  • 1 dash absinthe (about 0.5 ml)
  • 2 dashes angostura bitters (about 1 ml)
  • 3 coffee beans for garnish
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