Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsLeña RestauranteCafé Con Leche Recipe

Café Con Leche Recipe

Inspired by Leña Restaurante
Time15m
Serves1

Need a jolt of booze and caffeine? This cocktail will pull double duty, waking you up AND keeping you toasty warm all winter long.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brew the Espresso

    Brew 2 shots of espresso using your preferred method.

  2. 2

    Heat the Milk

    In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mug, combine the brewed espresso and rum. Pour the heated milk mixture over the espresso and rum, stirring gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon to taste.

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