Jul 14 2026

Nor’easter Recipe

Time20m
Serves1

housemade tonic syrup, espresso, Allen’s coffee brandy

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tonic Syrup

    If you haven't made the housemade tonic syrup already, combine equal parts water and sugar in a saucepan. Add cinchona bark, citric acid, and any desired aromatic botanicals. Simmer until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture thickens slightly. Strain and cool.

  2. 2

    Brew the Espresso

    Brew a shot of espresso using your preferred method (espresso machine, AeroPress, etc.).

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a shaker, combine the brewed espresso, housemade tonic syrup, and Allen’s coffee brandy. Fill the shaker with ice.

  4. 4

    Shake and Serve

    Shake well until chilled, then strain into a glass filled with ice. Optionally, garnish with a twist of lemon or a sprig of mint.

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