16 Kahlúa cocktails you can make in minutes!

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The B52 cocktail has a rich, sweet, and creamy taste with a hint of coffee and orange flavors. It is smooth and warming, making it a perfect sipping drink.

Indulge in the rich and creamy world of Kahlúa cocktails, perfect for those with a sweet tooth and a love for coffee-flavored drinks. Elevate your next gathering with these delectable concoctions or simply treat yourself to a well-deserved, luxurious libation.

Kahlúa Cocktails - A Coffee Lover's Dream

Kahlúa, a coffee-flavored liqueur, has been a staple ingredient in many classic and modern cocktails. Its smooth, velvety texture and rich coffee flavor make it a popular choice for those who appreciate a little sweetness in their drinks. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, Kahlúa cocktails are sure to impress.

The Perfect Occasions for Kahlúa Cocktails

  • Date nights: Impress your special someone with a delicious Kahlúa-based cocktail like a White Russian or an Espresso Martini.
  • Brunch gatherings: Enhance your brunch experience with a coffee-flavored twist on classic cocktails, such as a Kahlúa-infused Bloody Mary or a Kahlúa and orange juice Mimosa.
  • Dessert drinks: Satisfy your sweet cravings with a Kahlúa-spiked hot chocolate, a Mudslide, or a decadent Chocolate Martini.

Kahlúa - A Versatile Liqueur for Every Taste

Kahlúa's versatility makes it a popular choice for a wide range of cocktail enthusiasts. From coffee aficionados to chocolate lovers, Kahlúa cocktails cater to various taste buds and preferences, ensuring there's a perfect drink for everyone. So go ahead, explore our list of Kahlúa cocktails and discover your new favorite indulgence.

B52

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The B52 cocktail has a rich, sweet, and creamy taste with a hint of coffee and orange flavors. It is smooth and warming, making it a perfect sipping drink.

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Ingredients

  • Kahlúa: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Baileys irish cream: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Grand marnier: 0.5 oz(15ml)

Recipe

  1. Prepare the shot glass: Use a clean, dry shot glass
  2. Layer the Kahlúa: Carefully pour 15ml of Kahlúa into the shot glass
  3. Layer the Baileys Irish Cream: Slowly pour 15ml of Baileys Irish Cream over the back of a spoon, so it floats on top of the Kahlúa
  4. Layer the Grand Marnier: Finally, pour 15ml of Grand Marnier over the back of a spoon, so it floats on top of the Baileys Irish Cream

Kahlúa Sour

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The Kahlúa Sour is a delightful balance of rich, sweet, and tangy flavors. The coffee notes from the Kahlúa provide a deep, robust sweetness, while the lemon juice adds a bright, refreshing sourness. The egg white gives the cocktail a smooth, velvety texture, and the simple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness to round out the flavors.

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Ingredients

  • Kahlúa: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Egg white: 1
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Maraschino cherry: 1
  • Ice cubes:

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Kahlúa, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
  2. Perform a 'dry shake' (without ice) for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture.
  3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for another 10-15 seconds to chill the cocktail.
  4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the frothy egg white layer.
  6. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Monkey's Lunch

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The Monkey's Lunch cocktail is a sweet, creamy, and indulgent drink with a rich blend of banana and chocolate flavors. It has a smooth texture and a balanced sweetness that makes it a delightful treat for those with a sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • Banana liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Milk or cream: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice
  2. Pour 1 oz of banana liqueur over the ice
  3. Pour 1 oz of Kahlua over the banana liqueur
  4. Top with 1 oz of milk or cream
  5. Stir gently to combine the ingredients
  6. Optional: Garnish with a chocolate-covered banana slice

Smith and Wesson

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The Smith and Wesson cocktail has a rich, creamy texture with a strong coffee flavor, followed by a subtle sweetness from the Irish cream. The vodka adds a bit of a kick, making it a well-balanced and satisfying drink.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Kahlúa: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Baileys irish cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Half and half: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Ice: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
  2. Pour 1 oz of vodka over the ice.
  3. Add 1 oz of Kahlúa to the glass.
  4. Pour 1 oz of Baileys Irish Cream into the glass.
  5. Top with 1 oz of half and half.
  6. Gently stir the cocktail to combine the ingredients.

Sombrero

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The Sombrero cocktail is a smooth, creamy, and slightly sweet drink with a rich coffee flavor. It is well-balanced, with the sweetness of the Kahlúa complemented by the creaminess of the milk or cream.

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Ingredients

  • Kahlúa: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Milk or cream: 3 oz(90ml)
  • Ice: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice
  2. Pour 1.5 oz of Kahlúa over the ice
  3. Top with 3 oz of milk or cream
  4. Stir gently to combine
  5. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a coffee bean

White Russian Martini

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The White Russian Martini has a rich, creamy taste with a hint of coffee and sweetness. It is smooth, velvety, and indulgent, with a warming sensation from the vodka and a pleasant balance between the sweet and bitter flavors.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Kahlúa: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Heavy cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Ice: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add 2 oz of vodka
  3. Add 1 oz of Kahlúa
  4. Add 1 oz of heavy cream
  5. Shake well until chilled and combined
  6. Strain into a chilled martini glass
  7. Garnish with a few coffee beans (optional)

Salted Caramel White Russian

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The Salted Caramel White Russian is a rich, creamy, and sweet cocktail with a hint of saltiness. The caramel and cream give it a smooth, velvety texture, while the vodka provides a subtle kick. The coffee liqueur adds depth and complexity to the flavor profile.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Heavy cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Salted caramel sauce: 1 tbsp

Recipe

  1. Drizzle the inside of a glass with salted caramel sauce.
  2. Fill the glass with ice.
  3. Pour in the vodka and Kahlua.
  4. Top with heavy cream.
  5. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Garnish with a drizzle of salted caramel on top.

Blind Russian

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The Blind Russian is a rich, creamy cocktail with a strong coffee flavor. The Baileys adds a hint of chocolate and a velvety texture, while the vodka provides a sharp, clean kick. It's sweet, but not overly so, with a slight bitterness from the coffee liqueur.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Baileys irish cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the vodka, Baileys, and Kahlua over the ice.
  3. Stir until well combined.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

Black Cow

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The Black Cow is a delightful blend of sweet, creamy, and slightly fizzy. The vanilla ice cream gives it a smooth, rich texture, while the cola adds a refreshing fizz and sweetness. The Kahlua adds a hint of coffee flavor, making it a perfect after-dinner drink.

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Ingredients

  • Cola: 6 oz(180ml)
  • Vanilla ice cream: 1scoop
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Pour the cola into a tall glass.
  2. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  3. Top with Kahlua.
  4. Stir gently until combined.
  5. Serve with a straw and enjoy.

Paralyzer

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The Paralyzer is a creamy, sweet cocktail with a hint of coffee and cola flavor. It's smooth and rich, with a slight kick from the vodka.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cola: 4 oz(120ml)

Recipe

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the vodka and Kahlua.
  3. Add the cream, and top with cola.
  4. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Serve with a straw.

Dirty Mexican

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The Dirty Mexican is a rich, creamy, and slightly spicy cocktail. It has a strong coffee flavor from the Kahlua, which is balanced by the creamy sweetness of the cream. The tequila adds a bit of a kick, while the Tabasco sauce gives it a spicy finish.

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Ingredients

  • Tequila: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Heavy cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Tabasco sauce: 2-3 drops

Recipe

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
  2. Pour the tequila and Kahlua over the ice.
  3. Top with the heavy cream.
  4. Add 2-3 drops of Tabasco sauce.
  5. Stir gently until combined.

Jamaican Dirty Banana

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The Jamaican Dirty Banana is a sweet, creamy cocktail with a rich, velvety texture. The rum gives it a slight kick, while the banana and coffee flavors blend perfectly to create a tropical, indulgent drink.

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Ingredients

  • Dark rum: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Banana liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Whole milk: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Banana: 1
  • Ice: 1 cup

Recipe

  1. In a blender, combine the dark rum, Kahlua, banana liqueur, cream, milk, and banana.
  2. Add the ice and blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into a hurricane glass.
  4. Garnish with a slice of fresh banana or a cherry, if desired.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Kahlua Martini

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The Kahlua Martini is a robust and rich cocktail. It has a strong coffee flavor, thanks to the Kahlua, with a hint of sweetness. The vodka adds a kick, making it a strong, yet smooth drink.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Ice cubes: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
  2. Add 2 oz of vodka.
  3. Add 1 oz of Kahlua.
  4. Stir until well chilled.
  5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Flaming Lamborghini

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The Flaming Lamborghini is a potent concoction with a complex taste profile. It's sweet, creamy, and has a strong licorice flavor from the Sambuca, complemented by the coffee notes of Kahlua and the citrus kick from the Bols Blue Curacao.

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Ingredients

  • Bailey's irish cream: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Kahlua: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Sambuca: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Blue curacao: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Pour the Kahlua into a small cocktail glass.
  2. Layer the Sambuca on top of the Kahlua.
  3. In a separate shot glass or glasses add Blue Curacao and Irish cream and sit off to the side.
  4. Light the Sambuca on fire. Quickly and carefully drink the coffee liqueur and sambuca with a straw before it melts.
  5. When bottom of the glass is reached, add the Irish Cream and Blue Curacao
  6. Drink it quickly

Black Tartan

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The Black Tartan is a rich and complex cocktail. It's bold with the smokiness of Scotch and the smooth sweetness of the coffee liqueur. The Irish whiskey adds a layer of warmth, while the Drambuie introduces a touch of honey and herbaceousness. Overall, it's a strong, slightly sweet, and smoky drink that lingers on the palate.

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Ingredients

  • Kahlua coffee liqueur: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Irish whiskey: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Drambuie scotch whisky: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Johnnie walker black label scotch whisky: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour 1.5 oz of Kahlua coffee liqueur over the ice.
  3. Add 1 oz of Irish whiskey to the mixing glass.
  4. Measure and pour 1 oz of Drambuie into the mix.
  5. Finally, add 1 oz of Johnnie Walker Black Label scotch whisky.
  6. Stir the ingredients together until well chilled.
  7. Strain the mixture into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
  8. Optionally, garnish with a twist of lemon or an orange peel to add a citrus aroma.

Millionaire's Coffee

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Millionaire's Coffee is a harmonious blend of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors with a robust coffee base. The Baileys provides a velvety texture, the Kahlua adds a rich coffee and vanilla undertone, and the Frangelico imparts a subtle hazelnut sweetness. The overall taste is indulgent and warming, with a balanced sweetness that's not overpowering.

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Ingredients

  • Baileys irish cream: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Kahlua: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Frangelico: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Coffee: 6 oz(180ml)
  • Whipped cream: To taste
  • Allspice: Optional garnish

Recipe

  1. Pour Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua, and Frangelico into an Irish coffee cup.
  2. Add the hot coffee to the liqueurs and stir gently to combine.
  3. Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
  4. If desired, sprinkle a pinch of allspice over the whipped cream for an extra hint of spice.

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