Café Bombón
Espresso layered over condensed milk. A Spanish café classic from Valencia.
Layered · Shot glass · Advanced · about 2 minutes · alcohol-free
Ingredients
- 30 ml Sweetened condensed milk
- 30 ml Espresso
Method
- Layer 30 ml sweetened condensed milk
- Layer 30 ml espresso
- Serve
Tip
Pour the espresso slowly over a spoon.
About the Café Bombón
The café bombón comes from Valencia in Spain. Its name means "sweet coffee".
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.
Café Bombón FAQ
What's in a Café Bombón?
30 ml sweetened condensed milk, 30 ml espresso.
Does a Café Bombón contain alcohol?
No. It is completely alcohol-free, so it suits drivers, non-drinkers and anyone pacing themselves.
Should I shake or stir a Café Bombón?
Neither. Pour each layer slowly over the back of a spoon.
What glass do you serve a Café Bombón in?
A shot glass, about 60 ml. Chill the glass first and serve without ice. No shot glass? Use a small liqueur glass.
