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Caffè Corretto

Caffè Corretto

Classic

Espresso "corrected" with a shot of grappa.

BitterCasualWarmingAfter Dinner
2 minEasyBalanced

Bitter, roasted espresso with the grapey, slightly fiery warmth of grappa. Short, strong, and aromatic.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Espresso
  • 0.5 oz Grappa
  • None · optional garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Warm the cup with hot water, then discard.

  2. 2

    Pull a fresh shot of espresso into the cup.

  3. 3

    Add the grappa.

  4. 4

    Stir gently and serve right away.

The Story

Caffè Corretto, or "corrected coffee," is an Italian habit of adding a splash of grappa, sambuca, or brandy to an espresso. It is typically drunk at the bar in the morning or after a meal.

Garnish · None