Tia-Maria
The Tia Maria cocktail is a delightful blend of rich coffee liqueur, smooth vodka, and a touch of cream, creating a creamy and indulgent drink.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Collins Glass
- 5 ingredients
Tia-Maria
Ingredients
- Water1 cup
- Brown sugar¾-1 cup
- Coffee4 tsp
- Rum1 cup
- Vanilla extract4 tsp
Method
- Boil water, sugar and coffe for 10 mins and let cool.
- Add rum and vanilla.
- Put in clean bottle(s) and leave for 1 week before using.
What you need
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Rum cocktails represent one of the most diverse and exciting categories in mixology. From the elegant simplicity of a perfectly balanced Daiquiri to the tropical complexity of a Mai Tai, rum's versatility creates an unparalleled range of drinking experiences.
See 118 Rum drinksWhere it comes from
Tia Maria liqueur was created in Jamaica in 1949, emerging from a family recipe that combines Caribbean rum with Arabica coffee beans and secret spices. The name, Spanish for 'Aunt Mary,' reflects the Caribbean heritage and warm hospitality of the spirit. Originally developed as a homemade remedy and celebration drink, Tia Maria became an iconic liqueur known worldwide for its rich coffee flavor and versatility in cocktails.
Tips from the bar
- Serve neat or over ice to appreciate coffee and spice complexity
- pair with dairy products like cream or milk for smoothness
- use in coffee-based cocktails for enhanced aromatic depth
- balance the sweetness with dry spirits or citrus
- serve at room temperature or slightly chilled depending on preferred flavor profile
Twists worth trying
- Tia Maria White Russian
- A creamy classic with vodka and fresh cream for smoothness
- Coffee Martini
- a sophisticated martini-style variation with premium vodka and espresso
- Tia Maria Espresso Martini
- a modern espresso-forward cocktail with espresso shots and vodka
What to eat with it
- Chocolate mousse
- coffee-glazed ham
- tiramisu
- cocoa-dusted donut
- walnut brownie
- cinnamon roll
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Tia-Maria?
A Tia-Maria is made with water, brown sugar, coffee, rum, vanilla extract.
What glass do you use for a Tia-Maria?
Serve a Tia-Maria in a collins glass.
What does a Tia-Maria taste like?
Expect coffee, sweet, creamy.
What can I make with Rum?
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