Night Jack's Shift Abby Recipe

Name: 222 Union Restaurant and Bars Night Jack's Shift Abby Recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups strong brewed dark roast coffee; 1 shot espresso (freshly pulled) or concentrated espresso-style coffee; 0.25 cups cold water; 2 tbs dark brown sugar; 1 tsp maple syrup (grade A or B); 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 0.5 cups whole milk; 0.25 cups heavy cream; 1 tbs sweetened condensed milk; 1 cup ice; 1 pinch fine sea salt; 0.25 tsp cinnamon (ground); 1 tsp chocolate shavings or cocoa powder; 0.5 tsp orange zest (optional)

Inspired by 222 Union Restaurant and Bar

Time20m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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Coffee Base

2 cups strong brewed dark roast coffee

1 shot espresso (freshly pulled) or concentrated espresso-style coffee

1/4 cups cold water

Sweetener & Flavor

2 tbs dark brown sugar

1 tsp maple syrup (grade A or B)

1/2 tsp Watkins vanilla extract

Cream & Texture

1/2 cups whole milk

1/4 cups Heavy cream

1 tbs sweetened condensed milk

1 cup ice

Finishing & Garnish

1 pinch fine sea salt

1/4 tsp cinnamon (ground)

1 tsp chocolate shavings or cocoa powder

1/2 tsp orange zest (optional)

Method

Coffee Base

Brew 2 cups of a strong dark roast coffee. If possible, brew slightly stronger than usual (use about 2 tablespoons coffee per 6 oz water) to stand up to the cream and ice. Let it cool to warm, then refrigerate briefly so it is chilled but not icy.

Pull one shot of espresso (about 1 oz) and set aside. If you don't have an espresso machine, use 1 oz very concentrated coffee (reduce water when brewing) or 1/4 cup strongly brewed coffee.

Combine the chilled brewed coffee, the espresso/concentrated coffee, and 1/4 cup cold water in a pitcher. Stir to combine.

Sweetener & Flavor

In a small bowl or measuring cup, dissolve 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar with 1 teaspoon maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. If the coffee is still warm, whisk the sweeteners into it until fully dissolved; if completely cold, briefly warm a few tablespoons of the coffee, dissolve the sugars, then return to the pitcher and stir.

Taste the coffee mixture and adjust sweetness if desired. The target is a noticeably sweet, molasses-forward profile that complements the dark roast.

Cream & Texture

In a separate mixing glass or small bowl, combine 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk. Whisk vigorously (or froth with a handheld frother) for 20–30 seconds until slightly thickened and aerated — this will provide a rich, silky texture for the drink.

Place 1 cup of ice into a tall glass or two smaller glasses (this recipe yields roughly 2 servings; see servings below).

Pour the chilled coffee mixture over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full. Leave room for the milk mixture on top.

Slowly float the milk/cream mixture over the coffee by pouring it over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass to create a layered look. Let the layers settle for a few seconds.

Finishing & Garnish

Sprinkle a pinch of fine sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon over the top of the cream to enhance the flavors and add a subtle savory note.

Add 1 teaspoon chocolate shavings or dust a light layer of cocoa powder on top. If using, finish with a small amount (about 1/2 teaspoon) of fresh orange zest for a bright aromatic lift.

Serve immediately with a straw and a long spoon for stirring; instruct guests to stir for a moment to blend the layers before sipping to enjoy the combined flavors.