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Cola De Mono

A traditional Chilean cocktail that combines coffee, spices, and sweetness for a warm and comforting drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Chilean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups brewed coffee
  • 1 cup aguardiente or any clear liquor
  • 1/2 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 orange peel
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Strainer
  • Mixing spoon
  • Heatproof glasses or mugs

Method
 

  1. Start by brewing your favorite coffee.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the brewed coffee, aguardiente, sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes.
  5. After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof container.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the warm Cola De Mono into heatproof glasses or mugs.
  8. Top with whipped cream for a luxurious touch and serve immediately.

Notes

Customizable with your favorite spirits and sweetness levels; serve warm for the best experience.