Coffee just got a glow-up. This Honey Bourbon Espresso is your cozy caffeine fix with a grown-up twist—smooth bourbon, sweet honey, bold espresso, and a touch of steamed milk for balance. Want to take it up a notch? Toss a pinch of cinnamon over a flame and watch the sparks fly (safely, of course). It’s the kind of drink that lifts your spirits, and might just steal the show at your next gathering.
Ingredients:
– 2 shots of espresso (about 2 ounces)
– 1 tablespoon honey (adjust to taste)
– 1 ounce bourbon (adjust for preference)
– 1/4 cup steamed milk (or milk of choice)
– Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions:
Brew two shots of espresso and pour into a heatproof mug. Stir in honey until fully dissolved. Add bourbon and stir again. Steam your milk until it’s hot and frothy, then pour it over the espresso mixture. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Pro Tip:
Feeling fancy? Toss a pinch of ground cinnamon over a flame for a sparkly, show-stopping effect. But easy, magician—cinnamon is wildly flammable. Do this outdoors, away from flammable stuff, and preferably not while wearing flowy sleeves. Tie back long hair and keep your audience at a safe distance.
Done right: impressive flair.
Done wrong: flaming eyebrows and a story you’ll never live down. Choose your moment—and your match—wisely.