Cafe Savoy
The Café Savoy is a delightful cocktail that blends rich espresso with smooth vodka, creating a harmonious balance of coffee and spirit.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Coffee mug
- 4 ingredients
Cafe Savoy
Ingredients
- Coffee
- Milk½ oz
- Triple sec½ oz
- Brandy
Method
- Add milk, triple sec and brandy.
- Stir.
What you need
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A long bar spoon
Long enough to reach the bottom of a tall glass, with a twisted stem.
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See 51 Brandy drinksWhere it comes from
Cafe Savoy originates from the legendary Savoy Hotel in London, home to the world-famous American Bar established in 1889. This sophisticated coffee cocktail reflects the Savoy's reputation for refined bartending and luxurious ingredients. The drink represents the pinnacle of classic cocktail culture from the Prohibition era.
Tips from the bar
- Use freshly brewed espresso cooled to room temperature
- select premium coffee liqueur for depth
- incorporate quality brandy or cognac
- stir with ice until properly chilled
- top with whipped cream and cocoa powder
Twists worth trying
- Cafe Royale
- Incorporates cognac floated on top for luxurious presentation
- Irish Cafe Savoy
- adds Irish whiskey and Irish cream for Celtic warmth
- Chocolate Cafe Savoy
- combines with chocolate liqueur for richness
What to eat with it
- Chocolate eclairs
- coffee cake
- almond croissants
- tiramisu
- dark chocolate mousse
- spice cake
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Cafe Savoy?
A Cafe Savoy is made with coffee, milk, triple sec, brandy.
What glass do you use for a Cafe Savoy?
Serve a Cafe Savoy in a coffee mug.
What does a Cafe Savoy taste like?
Expect rich, creamy, coffee.
What can I make with Brandy?
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