Cafe L'Orange is a warming coffee cocktail that combines Cognac, Mandarine Napoleon, and Triple Sec with hot brewed coffee, finished with whipped cream and candied orange zest. Its bright citrus notes complement the rich warmth of the spirits and coffee.
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Pour first three ingredients into preheated Irish coffee glass.
with coffee.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with orange zest.
This is a drink prepared and served immediately; not applicable for storage.
jigger · coffee maker or kettle · cocktail mixing glass or heat-safe glass · microplane or fine grater (for orange zest)
The drink uses 1/2 oz Cognac, 1 oz Mandarine Napoleon, and 1/2 oz Triple Sec mixed with 4 oz of hot brewed coffee.
This recipe is designed as a hot coffee cocktail. For a cold version, brew coffee and chill it, then shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass.
Use a medium-bodied brewed coffee (French press or drip) that won't overpower the delicate citrus liqueurs.
Finely chop fresh orange zest and sprinkle it over the whipped cream topping just before serving for maximum aroma and flavor.
Mandarine Napoleon can be replaced with other orange liqueurs like Cointreau or Grand Marnier; adjust quantities to taste preference.
