Coffee Cocktail Recipe: The Flaming Winter Warmer

Coffee cocktail recipe collections need one showstopper, and the flaming Winter Warmer fits the part. A crust of sugar, three liquors, and hot coffee build a bold, after-dinner drink. Orange triple sec brightens the whole glass. Fresh, strong coffee anchors the flavor. Flaming drinks trace back to old tavern showmanship. The Winter Warmer keeps the flair alive at home. Orange and coffee play off the warm spice.

Use real whipped cream and quality liquors for the best result. This drink is for adults 21 and over, so please enjoy responsibly. Grate whole nutmeg, not pre-ground, for the brightest aroma.

Coffee Cocktail Recipe at a Glance

The drink comes together in about five minutes. Serve one after dinner as a warming treat. Here is the drink at a glance before you pour.

Fresh, strong coffee makes the best base. A dark roast stands up best to the liquors. Browse our premium whole bean coffee to start.

Coffee Cocktail Recipe at a Glance

The drink comes together in about five minutes. Serve one after dinner as a warming treat. Here is the drink at a glance before you pour.

Fresh, strong coffee makes the best base. A dark roast stands up best to the liquors. Browse our premium whole bean coffee to start.

Ingredients

• 2 splashes triple sec
• Granulated sugar, for the rim
• 1½ oz overproof rum (high-proof, for the flame)
• 1½ oz coffee liqueur
• 1½ oz amaretto
• Freshly brewed strong coffee
• Freshly whipped cream
• Freshly grated nutmeg

How to Make This Coffee Cocktail Recipe

Warm the glass, rim the sugar, then build the drink. Read the safety note before you light anything.

1. Warm a 12-ounce stein with hot water, then drain and dry the glass.
2. Dip the rim in triple sec, then in sugar, to coat the edge.
3. Clear the area of anything flammable and keep a plate or lid nearby.
4. Pour the overproof rum and triple sec into the glass.
5. Light the surface with a long match, then swirl gently to melt the sugar rim.
6. Let the flame burn down, or cover the glass to put the flame out.
7. Add the coffee liqueur and amaretto once the flame is fully out.
8. Fill with fresh, hot coffee to within half an inch of the top.
9. Top with whipped cream and a grating of nutmeg.
10. Serve right away to guests 21 and over.

Tips and FAQ

Whip the cream fresh, right before you build the drink. Grate the nutmeg over the top for the best aroma. Warm the stein first so the coffee stays hot longer. Chill the cream bowl for a firmer whip. A cinnamon stick makes a nice stirrer and garnish. Serve on a heatproof coaster for safety. Use a stein or heatproof mug, never thin glass. Make your own base with our coffee liqueur guide.

Use a fresh, strong dark roast for a bold base. A moka pot, double espresso, or strong drip all work. Freshly ground beans give the cleanest flavor. See our roast levels guide to choose yours.

Clear the area and use a long match to light the surface. Never pour alcohol toward an open flame. Let the flame burn out fully before you drink. Keep a lid or plate within reach to smother the flame. A damp towel also puts a small flame out fast.

No. Skip the lighting step and stir the liquors in warm. The drink tastes great without the show, and stays every bit as bold. Three liquors carry plenty of warmth on their own.

A high-proof rum lights and burns for the flame. Standard dark rum works well if you skip the flaming step. Coffee liqueur and amaretto round out the flavor. Amaretto adds a soft almond sweetness.

Yes. Three liquors make a bold, boozy cocktail. Serve one per guest and pace the evening. Offer water and a snack alongside to slow the night. Please arrange a safe ride home for guests. This drink is for adults 21 and over.

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