Carajillo Recipe: The best drink you'll ever have

Carajillo Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso (or strong coffee)

• 1 shot of Licor 43 (or a similar sweet vanilla liqueur)

• Ice cubes (optional, for a cold carajillo)

• Lemon peel (optional)

• Sugar (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Espresso: Brew a shot of strong espresso or coffee.

2. Warm the Liqueur: In a small saucepan, gently heat the Licor 43. You can add sugar at this stage if you prefer a sweeter taste.

3. Combine: Pour the warm Licor 43 into a glass. Add the hot espresso to the liqueur. Stir gently.

4. Add Ice (for Cold Carajillo): If you prefer a cold drink, add ice cubes to the glass after mixing the espresso and liqueur.

5. Garnish: Twist a lemon peel over the drink to release its oils and then drop it into the glass.

6. Serve: Enjoy your carajillo immediately.

Enjoy your Carajillo!