Coffee Flip

Name: Coffee Flip Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Egg; 1 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 oz Old Mr. Boston California Brandy; 1 oz Port Wine; 2 tsp Sweet Cream (if desired)

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A Coffee Flip is a classic brandy-based cocktail blending Old Mr. Boston California Brandy and port wine with a whole egg and powdered sugar, creating a rich, frothy drink with warming spice notes.

🏷️Equipment: flip glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

Visit Mr. Boston Drinks

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

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Instructions

1
Shake well with cracked ice and strain into 5 oz.
2
flip glass.
3
Grate a little nutmeg on top.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use pasteurized eggs to ensure food safety when consuming raw egg in cocktails.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to properly emulsify the egg and create a thick, creamy foam.
Chill your coupe glass beforehand; the cold surface helps preserve the foam layer on top.
Strain through a fine mesh strainer to catch any egg solids and achieve a silky texture.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston California Brandy → cognac or any quality brandy (will increase price and complexity)
Port Wine → tawny port or ruby port (tawny adds nuttier notes; ruby adds fruit)
Sweet Cream → heavy cream or half-and-half (adjust ratio based on richness preference)
Powdered Sugar → simple syrup at 1/2 tsp (easier to mix, slightly less texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails should be consumed immediately after preparation; do not store.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · coupe glass · jigger

Common Questions

Is it safe to drink raw egg in a cocktail?

Use pasteurized eggs or pasteurized egg products to eliminate food safety risk when consuming raw eggs in cocktails.

What does the egg do in this cocktail?

The egg creates a creamy texture and silky mouthfeel, and produces a frothy top when shaken vigorously.

Can I make a Coffee Flip without alcohol?

You can substitute the brandy and port with non-alcoholic alternatives like grape juice and almond extract, though the flavor profile will differ significantly.