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Jamaican Coffee

Jamaican Coffee combines Rum, Coffee, Water, Whipped Cream in a coffee / tea served in a champagne flute. It is a strong fit for after dinner, date night, summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, balanced, soft, and smooth.

Best for

Best for after dinner, date night, summer patio.

Quick fact

Jamaican Coffee is usually served as a coffee / tea in a champagne flute, and its identity is shaped by Rum, Coffee, Water.

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How to make it

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  1. 1Stir the rum, coffee and water together.
  2. 2Top with the whipped cream.
  3. 3Sprinkle with a pinch of well ground coffee and drink with a straw.

Method

Stirred

Finish

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Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Balanced

Sourness

Soft

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Jamaican Coffee is a medium alcoholic cocktail for after dinner with Rum, Coffee, Water.

Texture and serve cues

-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Glassware

Champagne flute

Method

Stirred

More to know before you make it

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Flavor & pairing

Expect a balanced profile with support from Rum, Coffee, Water. Great with grilled food, tacos, chips, citrusy bites, or party snacks.

Serving & context

Serve in a champagne flute and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. Jamaican Coffee sits comfortably in the rum cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

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Jamaican Coffee is usually served as a coffee / tea in a champagne flute, and its identity is shaped by Rum, Coffee, Water.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Rum

Category

Coffee / Tea

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Champagne flute

Method

Stirred

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