Coffee Cocktails

Coffee cocktails are a category of alcoholic beverages that combine brewed coffee or espresso with spirits like vodka, rum, or whiskey, often sweetened with liqueurs or syrups. Popular examples include the Espresso Martini, Irish Coffee, and White Russian. They originated in the mid-20th century, with the Irish Coffee dating back to the 1940s, and have become staples in bars worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These cocktails are generally high in carbohydrates and sugars from added syrups, liqueurs, and cream, with minimal protein or fiber. A typical serving can range from 200 to 400 calories, depending on the specific recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	20 g
Sodium	30 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.02 mg
Phosphorus	15 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Caffeine	75 mg

Per 1 cocktail (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Coffee cocktails uniquely blend the stimulating effects of caffeine with the relaxing effects of alcohol, a combination that has fueled both popular culture and some debate about their physiological impact. Nutritionally, they can provide a quick energy boost from sugar and caffeine but lack significant vitamins or minerals.