Top 20 Coffee Cocktails to Try in 2025 (with a Flavour Blaster Twist)

Coffee and Cocktails, two of life's greatest pleasures. When combined, they unlock a bold and exciting category of drinks: coffee cocktails. 

Bartender, home mixologist or simply a caffeine addict looking to shake things up, these coffee cocktail drinks will be sure to deliver flavour, flair and instagram-worthy presentation.

In this guide you will discover 20 incredible recipes, how to elevate them with Flavour Blaster, and answers to the most common questions to make the perfect coffee cocktail.

Grab your favourite beans and let's get shaking!

20 Must Try Coffee Based Cocktails to get your Caffeine Hit!

Espresso Martini:

A bold, smooth blend of espresso and vodka that delivers the perfect after-dinner kick.

• Ingredients:
• • 1.5 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 shot of espresso
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma

• Instructions:
  1. Shake all ingredients vigorously with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Garnish with coffee beans and Flavour Blaster Vanilla aroma.

 

2. Irish Coffee:

A warming mix of coffee, whiskey, and cream that's rich, comforting, and timeless.

• Ingredients:
  • 1.5 oz Irish whiskey
  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Smoke aroma
• Instructions:
  1. 1. In a warm mug, dissolve brown sugar in hot coffee.
     2. Stir in Irish whiskey.
     3. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
     4. Garnish with Flavour Blaster Smoke aroma.

3. Mocha Mint Martini:

Decadent and refreshing with notes of chocolate, coffee, and cooling mint.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 oz vodka
  • 1 oz chocolate liqueur
  • 1 oz crème de menthe
  • 1 oz cold brew coffee
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Coffee aroma
• Instructions:
  1. Shake all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Garnish with a mint leaf and Flavour Blaster Coffee aroma.

4. Coffee Negroni:

A sophisticated twist on a classic Negroni with a subtle coffee undertone and bitter edge.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 oz gin
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz Campari
  • Orange peel for garnish
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Citrus aroma.
• Instructions:
  1. Stir all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a rocks glass with ice.
  3. Garnish with a twist of orange peel and Flavour Blaster™️ Citrus aroma.

5. Spiked Cold Brew:

Chilled and spiced with rum and cinnamon, ideal for lazy afternoons or rooftop evenings.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz spiced rum
  • 4 oz cold brew coffee
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Fresh cinnamon stick for garnish
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Cinnamon aroma
• Instructions:
  1. Combine rum, cold brew coffee, and simple syrup in a glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir gently.
  3. Garnish with a fresh cinnamon stick and Flavour Blaster™️ Cinnamon aroma.

6. Coffee Old Fashioned:

Strong, smooth, and slightly sweet with deep coffee and bourbon character.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Orange peel and coffee beans for garnish
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Coffee aroma
• Instructions:
  1. In a glass, muddle the coffee liqueur and bitters.
  2. Add bourbon and ice.
  3. Stir well.
  4. Garnish with a Flavour Blaster™️ Coffee aroma bubble and burst with an orange peel and coffee beans.

7. Tiramisu Cocktail:

Dessert in a glass, with creamy liqueurs and espresso inspired by the Italian classic.

• Ingredients:
  • 1.5 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 oz Irish cream liqueur
  • 1 shot of espresso
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma
• Instructions:
  1. Shake all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Dust with cocoa powder and Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma.

8. Caramel Macchiato Martini:

Sweet and rich with caramel, vanilla, and fresh espresso — indulgent yet balanced.

• Ingredients:
  • 1.5 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz caramel syrup
  • 1 shot of espresso
  • Flavour Blaster Vanilla aroma
• Instructions:
  1. Shake all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Drizzle with extra caramel syrup and finish with Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma.

9. Coffee and Coconut Cooler:

Tropical and bold, combining coconut and cold brew in a refreshing twist.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz coconut rum
  • 4 oz cold brew coffee
  • 1 oz coconut milk
  • Toasted coconut flakes for garnish
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Coconut aroma
• Instructions:
  1. Combine coconut rum, cold brew coffee, and coconut milk in a glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir gently.
  3. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and Flavour Blaster™️ Coconut aroma.

 

10. Mexican Coffee: -

A spiced, warming drink with tequila and cinnamon that brings a little heat to your mug.

Ingredients: 

• • 1.5 oz tequila 
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur 
  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee
  • Whipped cream and cinnamon for topping
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Cinnamon aroma

 Instructions:

1. 1. In a warm mug, combine tequila, coffee liqueur, and hot coffee.
   2. Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon and a Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma bubble.

 

11. Affogato Martini: -

A grown-up dessert drink blending ice cream, coffee liqueur and a shot of espresso.

Ingredients:

• • 1 oz vanilla vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
  • 1 shot of hot espresso
  • Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma

Instructions:

• • Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a martini glass.
  • Shake vodka and coffee liqueur with ice.
  • Strain over the ice cream.
  • Pour hot espresso over the top.
  • Finish with Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma

12. Hazelnut Espresso Flip:

Nutty, smooth and creamy with a velvety finish - a silky spin on the espresso martini.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur)
• 1 shot of espresso
• 1 oz cream
• 1/2 oz simple syrup

Instructions:

• Shake all ingredients without ice (dry shake).
• Add ice and shake again until frothy.
• Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

13. Chilli Mocha Martini:

A fiery fusion of rich chocolate and espresso with a spicy chilli kick and dramatic smoke finish.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz chocolate liqueur
• 1 oz vodka
• 1 shot of espresso
• 1/2 oz chilli syrup
• Flavour Blaster™️ Smoke aroma

Instructions:

• Shake all ingredients with ice.
• Strain into a martini glass rimmed with chilli flakes.
• Garnish with Flavour Blaster™️ Smoke aroma

14. Almond Biscotti Brew:

Smooth and nutty with amaretto and almond milk, it's like sipping your favourite café treat over ice.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz amaretto
• 4 oz cold brew coffee
• 1 oz almond milk

Instructions:

• Build all ingredients in a rocks glass filled with ice.
• Stir gently.

15. Smoky Maple Coffee Sour:

Sweet, smoky, and silky with espresso and maple, lifted by a soft foam and citrus edge.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 1 shot of espresso
• 3/4 oz maple syrup
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• 1 egg white
• Flavour Blaster™️ Smoke aroma

Instructions:

• Dry shake all ingredients, then add ice and shake again.
• Strain into a rocks glass.
• Garnish with Flavour Blaster™️ Smoke aroma

16. Coffee Mojito:

Minty and fresh with cold brew and rum, this twist on the mojito is surprisingly bold and refreshing.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz white rum
• 1 oz cold brew concentrate
• Fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Flavour Blaster™️ Mint aroma

Instructions:

• Muddle mint in a shaker.
• Add remaining ingredients and shake with ice.
• Strain into a highball glass.
• Top with crushed ice.
• Garnish with mint sprig and Flavour Blaster Mint aroma.

17. Tiki Coffee Punch:

Tropical and energising, with pineapple, rum, and coffee layered over crushed ice.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz dark rum
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz cold brew coffee
• 1/2 oz lime juice
• 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
• Flavour Blaster™️ Passionfruit aroma

Instructions:

• Shake all ingredients with ice.
• Strain into a tiki mug over crushed ice.
• Garnish with pineapple slice and Flavour Blaster Passionfruit aroma.

18. Nutella Cold Brew:

Decadent and creamy with hazelnut vodka and chocolatey cold brew stirred with Nutella.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz hazelnut vodka
• 1 oz coffee liqueur
• 4 oz cold brew coffee
• 1 tbsp Nutella (mixed into cold brew)

Instructions:

• Shake all ingredients with ice.
• Strain into a rocks glass.
• Garnish with chocolate shavings

Bourbon Brew Highball:

Light and lively with bourbon, cold brew, and soda — a fizzy favourite with subtle vanilla notes.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 4 oz cold brew coffee
• Soda water top
• 1/2 oz vanilla syrup
• Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma

Instructions:

• Build in a highball glass with ice.
• Stir gently.
• Garnish with Flavour Blaster™️ Vanilla aroma

20. Cinnamon Toast Latte:

Warm and nostalgic with notes of spice, coffee, and milk, indulgence in a glass.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz cinnamon whisky
• 1 oz Irish cream
• 1 shot espresso
• 1 oz milk

Instructions:

• Shake all ingredients with ice.
• Strain into a latte glass.
• Top with whipped cream.

Ready to Elevate Your Coffee Cocktails?

There’s more to coffee than lattes and flat whites. From rich and creamy to sharp and spicy, coffee cocktails are where caffeine meets creativity. Whether you’re a bartender looking to wow your guests or a home mixologist shaking things up for a dinner party, these 20 coffee cocktail drinks deliver serious flavour and flair.

Want to add the wow factor? The Flavour Blaster™ Aroma Gun turns every serve into a showstopper, bursting with sensory impact and style. Pair it with our handcrafted aromas – like Vanilla, Cinnamon, or Smoke – to enhance the drinking experience and keep your presentation unforgettable.

Explore our range of cocktail tools, aroma refills, or grab the Flavour Blaster™ Aroma Gun to start creating cocktails that don’t just taste great, but get remembered.

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Coffee Cocktails FAQs

What is a coffee cocktail?
A coffee cocktail is any mixed drink that includes coffee or coffee flavouring as a key ingredient. It can be hot or cold, and often includes spirits like vodka, rum, whiskey, or liqueurs like Kahlúa or Baileys.

What’s the best type of coffee to use in cocktails?
Fresh espresso is ideal for intense, short drinks like martinis. Cold brew is perfect for long, refreshing drinks. Instant espresso can work too, just ensure it’s high-quality.

Can you make coffee cocktails without alcohol?
Yes, you can create non-alcoholic coffee mocktails by substituting spirits with syrups, milk alternatives, and aromatic garnishes. Flavour Blaster aromas still add a brilliant final touch.

What’s the most popular coffee cocktail?
The Espresso Martini tops the list. It’s easy to make, impressive to serve, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

How can I make my coffee cocktails more exciting?
Presentation is everything. Using tools like the Flavour Blaster™ Aroma Gun to create edible aroma bubbles adds a dramatic, multisensory experience. It's theatre in a glass.

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☕ Final Sip

Coffee cocktails are more than just a trend. They’re a playground for flavour, texture, and experience. Whether you go bold with chilli or smooth with coconut, each recipe offers a new way to enjoy your favourite bean.

Try a few, experiment often, and don’t forget, with Flavour Blaster by your side, it’s not just a drink, it’s a performance.