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Home » Most Posts » Italian Creamy Coffee Liqueur

Italian Creamy Coffee Liqueur

By: Rosemary Published: May 29, 2019 Updated on: June 27, 2019

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Coffee Cream Liqueur this is for you if you love coffee, especially a creamy dense liqueur. Perfect after dinner, straight up, on the rocks, in your coffee or why not over some ice cream?

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  • Italian Creamy Coffee Liqueur
  • How to make a Coffee Liqueur
  • Tips for making the Best Coffee Cream Liqueur
  • How to Serve Coffee Liqueur
  • Coffee Liqueur
  • How to Store Coffee Cream Liqueur
  • More Homemade Liqueurs
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    • Nutrition

a bottle and a glass of coffee cream liqueurItalian Creamy Coffee Liqueur

I was intrigued by this Coffee Liqueur by a reader who asked about a dessert, based on a Mimosa Cake. The layers were soaked with a Coffee Cream Liqueur. So naturally I had to find out about this Liqueur.

I discovered that it is very popular in the South of Italy. A Coffee Cream or Crema di Caffe that is served in Coffee Bars all over Italy are very popular during the summertime. When a cold coffee is more appropriate and appreciated.

How to make a Coffee Liqueur

  • In a medium pot add the strong coffee (espresso is what I used), milk, cream and sugar, heat on low / medium stirring gently with a wooden spoon until very hot and the sugar has dissolved.
  • Pour into a clean bowl and let cool completely before adding the vodka.
  • Then pour the cooled mixture into a prepared bottle with a tight fitting lid and refrigerate for at least 2 days before serving.
  • Shake well before tasting.

cream milk mixture in a pot

Tips for making the Best Coffee Cream Liqueur

  1. Make sure your ingredients are fresh with the longest date of expiry.
  2. Some people like to use instant coffee but I much prefer a strong liquid espresso.
  3. Italians use pure alcohol for all their liqueurs. But I prefer vodka, because it isn’t as strong. You decide.
  4. Do not let the milk cream mixture boil, just heat until the sugar has dissolved, stirring gently.
  5. Be sure to let the mixture cool completely before adding the liquor.
  6. Let the Coffee Liqueur rest in the fridge for at least 2 days before tasting.
  7. Shake well before serving.

a glass of coffee cream liqueur

How to Serve Coffee Liqueur

This delicious Coffee Cream Liqueur can be served straight, but always very cold, you can store it in the freezer in a freezer safe bottle. Or serve it over ice.

Some people love a splash in their coffee or why not over your favourite ice cream, a new take on a “Caffe Affogato”, instead of using coffee pour some Cream Coffee Liqueur over your ice cream!

Coffee Liqueur

cream coffee liqueur affogato over chocolate ice cream

How to Store Coffee Cream Liqueur

Any cream Liqueur should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight bottle or container. It will last up to 2 weeks. Shake well before serving. If you love really cold liqueurs, you can also store the bottle in the freezer, make sure the bottle is freezer safe.

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    So when you are looking for a creamy quick and easy Coffee Liqueur I hope you give this one a try. Let me know how it goes. Enjoy!

    a glass of coffee liqueur

    a bottle and a glass of coffee cream liqueur

    Homemade Creamy Coffee Liqueur

    Rosemary Molloy
    Coffee Cream Liqueur this is for you if you love coffee, especially a creamy dense liqueur. Perfect after dinner, straight up or on the rocks.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Chilling Time 2 d
    Total Time 2 d 10 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 590 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon cold strong coffee (I use espresso) (65 grams)
    • 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon whole milk (65 grams)
    • 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon whole / whipping cream (200 grams)
    • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
    • 1/4 cup vodka (60 grams)

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium pot add the coffee, milk, cream and sugar, heat on medium stirring until the sugar has dissolved, and the mixture is very hot, but do not boil. Remove from heat and pour into a clean bowl and let cool completely.
    • Once the mixture is completely cool, stir in the vodka. Pour into a sterilized bottle with a tight fitting lid and refrigerate 2 days before consuming. Shake well before serving. Enjoy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 3gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 48mgPotassium: 107mgSugar: 52gVitamin A: 1360IUVitamin C: 0.6mgCalcium: 92mg
    Keyword coffee liqueur, cream liqueur
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      1. Mari says

        March 29, 2021 at 11:00 pm

        5 stars
        Hi! English is not my first language so I might be missing something but is the coffee you put on the recipe liquid or powder? If I use instant coffee, I put the power on the pot or I put the liquid coffee made by instructions? I already made your Nutella Liqueur and your Chocolate Liqueur. Both turned out impressive, everybody loved when I made them! This is going to be my third ☺️ I’m from Brazil 😘

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        • Rosemary says

          March 30, 2021 at 10:02 am

          Hi Mari, the coffee is liquid, so make your coffee (instant or pot) and add it after it is made (liquid) for the recipe. So glad everyone enjoyed the other liqueurs and your English is just fine. Take care and hello to Brazil. 🙂

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      2. Louise says

        June 4, 2019 at 2:45 am

        5 stars
        So easy to make and very delicious. I will make it again and double everything. Thanks

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          June 4, 2019 at 12:03 pm

          Hi Louise, thanks so much, so glad you like it. Have a great week.

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