Black Gold is a hot coffee cocktail that combines brewed coffee with a blend of triple sec, amaretto, Irish cream, hazelnut liqueur, and cinnamon schnapps for a rich, layered flavor profile with warming spice notes.
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Pour all ingredients except coffee and cinnamon schnapps into Irish coffee glass.
Add coffee and schnapps and stir.
Top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate.
Serve with a cinnamon stick as a stirrer.
Irish coffee glass or heatproof mug · jigger for measuring liqueurs
Use freshly brewed hot coffee—a medium roast or dark roast works well. Temperature matters; the coffee should be hot enough to properly warm the liqueurs without cooling them down.
Yes. You can substitute with cold brew concentrate or heavy cream mixed with vanilla extract for body, though it will change the flavor profile slightly.
Yes—each liqueur is 1/4 oz, which creates balance. Deviating significantly will throw off the flavor harmony between the sweet, creamy, and spiced notes.
Pour into a warmed mug or Irish coffee glass. You can layer the liqueurs first for visual effect, then top with hot coffee, or mix them together—both methods work.
No—this is a drink meant to be served immediately while the coffee is hot. The liqueurs should not be mixed until serving time.
