Bicerin
Layers of hot chocolate, espresso and cream. A speciality of Turin since the 1700s.
Layered · Heatproof glass · Advanced · about 2 minutes · alcohol-free
Ingredients
- 60 ml Hot chocolate (made with milk)
- 30 ml Espresso
- 30 ml Thickened cream
Method
- Layer 60 ml hot chocolate (made with milk)
- Layer 30 ml espresso
- Layer 30 ml thickened cream
- Serve
Tip
Don't stir. Drink it in layers.
About the Bicerin
The bicerin was invented in Turin in the 1700s and is served at the Caffè al Bicerin, which opened in 1763. Writer Alexandre Dumas praised it in 1852.
The coffee family. Coffee and spirits have long been paired across Europe, from the Spanish carajillo to the Italian caffè corretto. Irish Coffee was created at Foynes in Ireland in the early 1940s, and the Espresso Martini in London in the 1980s. These drinks belong to the after-dinner tradition.
Bicerin FAQ
What's in a Bicerin?
60 ml hot chocolate (made with milk), 30 ml espresso, 30 ml thickened cream.
Does a Bicerin contain alcohol?
No. It is completely alcohol-free, so it suits drivers, non-drinkers and anyone pacing themselves.
Should I shake or stir a Bicerin?
Neither. Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon.
What glass do you serve a Bicerin in?
A heatproof glass, about 250 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No heatproof glass? Use a coffee mug.
