Coffee & Cocktails: The Perfect Pick-Me-Up

Coffee is more than just a morning ritual in South Africa— it’s a way of life. With 21.7 million South Africans starting their day with a cup of coffee, it’s no surprise that coffee culture is thriving. While instant coffee remains the most popular, there’s a growing love for premium brews, especially among high-income households.

Evolving beyond the morning routine, coffee is now making waves in the cocktail world. Whether you fancy bold chocolatey notes or prefer a vibrant citrus kick, ANGOSTURA® cocoa and orange bitters add a unique richness, depth and flair to coffee cocktails. From a velvety cold brew Negroni to an invigorating Citrus-Spiked Espresso Martini, these recipes promise to keep you buzzing with energy and creativity.

Cocoa-Infused Cold Brew Negroni

A bittersweet and aromatic twist on the classic, made for those who love depth in their drinks.

Ingredients

30ml gin

30ml Campari

30ml sweet vermouth

30ml cold brew coffee

2 dashes ANGOSTURA® cocoa bitters

Ice

Orange twist, for garnish

Method

Add gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, cold brew coffee, and ANGOSTURA® cocoa bitters to a mixing glass. Fill with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist and enjoy.

Citrus-Spiked Espresso Martini

A bold and vibrant twist on the classic espresso martini with a hint of orange zest.

Ingredients

45ml vodka

30ml freshly brewed espresso

15ml coffee liqueur

7ml simple syrup

2 dashes ANGOSTURA® orange bitters

Ice

Coffee beans, for garnish

Method

Add vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and ANGOSTURA® orange bitters to a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with coffee beans and serve.

Batch It Up!

With so many South Africans starting their day with coffee, why not elevate it into a cocktail experience? These recipes can be prepped in batches and stored in the fridge— just pour over ice, shake, and enjoy whenever the craving strikes.

Coffee and cocktails are a match made in mixology heaven—why settle for one when you can have both?

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