Cafe Brulot (Café Brûlot Diabolique) Recipe

Name: Cafe Brulot (Café Brûlot Diabolique)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups dark-roast coffee and chicory blend (freshly brewed); 2 tablespoons dried orange peel or 2 tablespoons oranges, zest of, finely grated; 1 teaspoon dried lemon peel or 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, finely grated; 4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces; 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds or 2 allspice berries; 1 large bay leaf; 1/8 teaspoon whole cloves (about 6 whole cloves); 1/2 cup pecan halves; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 3/8 - 1/2 cup cognac or 3/8-1/2 cup other brandy; 1/2 cup Grand Marnier or 1/2 cup triple sec

Servings: persons

8 cups dark-roast coffee and chicory blend (freshly brewed)
2 tablespoons dried orange peel or 2 tablespoons oranges, zest of, finely grated
1 teaspoon dried lemon peel or 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, finely grated
4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces
1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds or 2 allspice berries
1 large bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon whole cloves (about 6 whole cloves)
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/8 - 1/2 cup cognac or 3/8-1/2 cup other brandy
1/2 cup Grand Marnier or 1/2 cup triple sec

1
Using a grinder or mortar and pestle, grind together orange and lemon zests, spices, pecans, and sugar until finely powdered.
2
Transfer ground nut/spice mixture to brulot bowl or chafing dish or large saucepan.
3
Place dish directly over heat source with the flame on low; add Cognac and liqueur.
4
Just as liquid starts to simmer, half fill a metal ladle with the liquid and ignite (I use a long grill lighter to do this and keep a lid for the pan handy: it can be a bit intimidating once the whole thing is ignited; if the flames get to high for you to handle, you can just put the lid on the pan and the flame will go out and you can try again).
5
Return flaming liquid to dish to ignite the rest, and stir until sugar dissolves.
6
As flame begins to subside, slowly stir in coffee.
7
Ladle coffee into brulot cups or coffee cups, and serve hot.
8
Can also be served cold for a fancy iced coffee cocktail (coffee ice-cubes work the best, so the drink isn't diluted as the ice melts); shake in a cocktail shaker with ice and serve in champagne glasses.

487

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups dark-roast coffee and chicory blend (freshly brewed), 2 tablespoons dried orange peel or 2 tablespoons oranges, zest of, finely grated, 1 teaspoon dried lemon peel or 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, finely grated, 4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces, and more.

Yes, Cafe Brulot (Café Brûlot Diabolique) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cafe Brulot (Café Brûlot Diabolique)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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