When it comes to crafting cups of coffee that really stand out, Spain is a country that can get the job done. In addition to a hefty kick of caffeine, Spanish coffee is known for providing bold and rich flavors that will no doubt warm you from the inside out…or cool you down quickly, if you prefer your joe over ice.
There are countless variations of Spanish brew floating around, and fortunately for you, we’ve sifted through them so you don’t have to. Below are some of our favorite twists on the classic Spanish coffee drink. If you want to do a bit of experimenting and switch up your routine, we’re certain there’s a recipe that’s right for you.
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Spanish Coffee Cocktail
Spanish Coffee Cocktail
A spiked coffee drink that combines the delicious coffee taste with liquor and can be lit on fire for a dramatic effect that'll spice up this drink even more!
Ingredients
- ½ ounce of rum
- ½ ounce of triple sec
- 2 ounces of Kahlua
- â…“ cup of strong brewed coffee
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Instructions
- Rim a glass in a shallow bowl of water followed by sugar.
- Add rum and triple sec to the glass (light this mixture if you’re feeling fancy).
- While still flaming, tilt the glass so the flame caramelizes the sugar rim. It should look brown and crystalized.
- Pour in Kahlua and coffee.
- Top with a small amount of whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon to enjoy!
Sweetened Spanish Latte
Sweetened Spanish Latte
Inspired by the outstanding coffee in Spain, this homemade version will give you a quick taste of what you're missing out on! Skip the plane ride for now!
Ingredients
- 1 shot of espresso
- ½ cup of milk
- 1-2 teaspoons of sugar or condensed milk
Instructions
- Heat and froth your milk while you prepare a shot of espresso.
- Add your frothed milk to your espresso along with your sweetener of choice.
- Stir and enjoy!
Spanish Coffee with Brandy Cocktail
Spanish Coffee with Brandy Cocktail
This spanish coffee with brandy cocktail is a smooth coffee cocktail with enough coffee flavor to stand up to the sweetener and spirits.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces chilled strong coffee or cold brew
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka, rum, or bourbon
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- Ice
- Spanish With Brandy garnish, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, spirit, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a glass.
- Garnish if desired and serve right away.
Notes
For a lighter drink, pour the shaken cocktail over fresh ice and top with a splash of cream.
Iced Caramel Spanish Latte
Iced Caramel Spanish Latte
This iced caramel spanish latte is a make-ahead coffee chia pudding that works for breakfast, snack time, or a lightly sweet dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk or oat milk
- 1/2 cup cold brew coffee
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Caramel Spanish topping, optional
Instructions
- Whisk the milk, cold brew, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt together.
- Let sit for 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up clumps.
- Cover and refrigerate until thick.
- Stir before serving and add toppings if desired.
Notes
Chia pudding thickens best after at least 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Spanish Bombón Coffee
Spanish Bombón Coffee
This spanish bombón coffee is an easy coffee drink you can make at home with cold brew or strong brewed coffee.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cold brew coffee or chilled strong coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1/2 cup milk or oat milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons spanish bomb n syrup, sauce, or flavoring
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, ice, milk, sweetener, and flavoring to a blender or shaker.
- Blend or shake until cold and well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or coffee strength.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use coffee ice cubes if you want a stronger drink that will not get watered down.
Iced Spanish Latte
Iced Spanish Latte
This iced spanish latte is an easy coffee drink you can make at home with cold brew or strong brewed coffee.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cold brew coffee or chilled strong coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1/2 cup milk or oat milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons spanish syrup, sauce, or flavoring
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, ice, milk, sweetener, and flavoring to a blender or shaker.
- Blend or shake until cold and well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or coffee strength.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use coffee ice cubes if you want a stronger drink that will not get watered down.
Traditional Spanish Carajillo
Traditional Spanish Carajillo
This traditional spanish carajillo is a smooth coffee cocktail with enough coffee flavor to stand up to the sweetener and spirits.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces chilled strong coffee or cold brew
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka, rum, or bourbon
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- Ice
- Traditional Spanish Carajillo garnish, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, spirit, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a glass.
- Garnish if desired and serve right away.
Notes
For a lighter drink, pour the shaken cocktail over fresh ice and top with a splash of cream.
Homemade Iced Spanish Latte
Homemade Iced Spanish Latte
This homemade iced spanish latte is an easy coffee drink you can make at home with cold brew or strong brewed coffee.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cold brew coffee or chilled strong coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1/2 cup milk or oat milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons spanish syrup, sauce, or flavoring
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, ice, milk, sweetener, and flavoring to a blender or shaker.
- Blend or shake until cold and well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or coffee strength.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use coffee ice cubes if you want a stronger drink that will not get watered down.
Traditional Spanish Coffee
Traditional Spanish Coffee
This traditional spanish coffee is a coffee-flavored treat that keeps the method approachable and the payoff sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups traditional spanish base or mix-ins
- Whipped cream or glaze, optional
Instructions
- Stir the coffee, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt together.
- Use the mixture to flavor the dessert base or toss with the mix-ins.
- Bake, chill, or assemble according to the type of treat you are making.
- Finish with whipped cream or glaze if desired.
Notes
Use strongly brewed coffee so the flavor does not disappear once mixed with the sweet ingredients.
Spanish Coffee with Shaken Cream
Spanish Coffee with Shaken Cream
This spanish coffee with shaken cream is a smooth coffee cocktail with enough coffee flavor to stand up to the sweetener and spirits.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces chilled strong coffee or cold brew
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka, rum, or bourbon
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- Ice
- Spanish With Shaken garnish, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, spirit, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain into a glass.
- Garnish if desired and serve right away.
Notes
For a lighter drink, pour the shaken cocktail over fresh ice and top with a splash of cream.
Iced Spanish Latte Coffee
Iced Spanish Latte Coffee
This iced spanish latte coffee is an easy coffee drink you can make at home with cold brew or strong brewed coffee.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cold brew coffee or chilled strong coffee
- 1 cup ice
- 1/2 cup milk or oat milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons spanish syrup, sauce, or flavoring
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Add the coffee, ice, milk, sweetener, and flavoring to a blender or shaker.
- Blend or shake until cold and well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or coffee strength.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use coffee ice cubes if you want a stronger drink that will not get watered down.
Happy Caffeinating!
