Not to be dramatic, but coffee cocktails are having a serious moment right now — and no, I’m not just talking about your friend’s endless stream of espresso martini posts. From cold brew concoctions to reimagined Irish coffee classics, these caffeinated creations are revolutionizing both cocktail menus and social media feeds across the globe.

Creative bartenders and mixologists are also pushing the boundaries, incorporating everything from single-origin beans to nitro-infused spirits, transforming your favorite morning pick-me-up into sexy evening libations. We’re seeing an explosion of coffee-forward drinks that go well beyond the basic vodka-espresso combination.

The best part? You don’t need professional equipment or years of mixology expertise to join this trend. Whether you have leftover cold brew, a basic coffee maker, or even instant coffee in your pantry, you already have the foundation to create these sophisticated beverages at home.

Ahead, we’ve rounded up a few delicious coffee cocktails that you can enjoy from home or turn heads with your next bar order.

2025 Coffee Cocktails

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A warm, feel-good drink for cold winter days. ☕✨ Shop supplies to make this Irish coffee mocktail—link in bio. #Mocktails #MocktailRecipes #NationalIrishCoffeeDay Recipe: For the coffee: – 1 C brewed coffee – 1 tbsp. brown sugar For the cream: – ¼ C milk – ¼ C heavy cream – ¼ tsp. vanilla bean paste – ¼ tsp. almond extract – 2 tbsp. chocolate syrup – Cocoa powder for dusting

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Irish Cream Coffee With Baileys

Ingredients

• 1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee
• 2 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• Whipped cream for topping
• Cocoa powder for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Brew your favorite coffee and pour it into a coffee mug.
2. Add Baileys Irish Cream and stir well.
3. Top with whipped cream.
4. If desired, dust with cocoa powder.

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Cold-Brew Negroni

Ingredients

• 1 oz cold brew coffee concentrate
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• 1 oz gin
• Orange peel for garnish

Instructions

1. In a mixing glass, combine cold brew coffee concentrate, Campari, sweet vermouth, and gin.
2. Add ice and stir well for about 30 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
3. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Express orange peel over drink and use as garnish.

@romanforbes

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Tequila Espresso Martini

Ingredients

• 2 oz silver tequila
• 1 oz fresh espresso
• 1 oz coffee liqueur
• ½ oz simple syrup
• Coffee beans for garnish

Instructions

1. Brew fresh espresso and let it cool.
2. Fill a shaker with ice.
3. Add tequila, espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup.
4. Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Garnish with three coffee beans.

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Espresso Spritz

Ingredients

• 1 shot of espresso
• 2 oz prosecco
• 1 oz sparkling water
• Orange slice for garnish
• Ice cubes

 Instructions

1. Pull a fresh shot of espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a wine glass with ice cubes.
3. Pour in the cooled espresso.
4. Add the prosecco.
5. Top with sparkling water.
6. Gently stir to combine.
7. Garnish with an orange slice.