This incredibly easy coffee cocktail combines instant coffee, maple syrup, dark rum, and coffee liqueur for a deliciously bold and satisfying drink.

Rich, creamy Maple rum coffee cocktail with ice cubes, topped with a cinnamon stick and a piece of Ghirardelli chocolate for a delicious coffeehouse-inspired treat.

Serves: 1
Prep Time: 3 minutes

Ingredients:

2 oz dark rum or dark spiced rum
1 oz coffee liqueur (kahlúa)
1 tsp instant coffee diluted in 1 Tbsp hot water
1 oz whole milk (or half and half for a richer texture)
½ oz pure maple syrup
Ice cubes
Garnish with a piece of dark chocolate, a cinnamon stick, or a light dusting of cocoa powder.

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the maple syrup, dark rum, coffee liqueur, the diluted instant coffee, and milk. Shake vigorously until well chilled.

Step 2: Then, strain the cocktail into the glass. Garnish it with a sprinkle of cocoa powder, a cinnamon stick, or a piece of dark chocolate!

Pure maple syrup is being poured into a cocktail shaker on the counter.

Milk is being poured into a cocktail shaker on the counter.

Tips:

Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Try substituting rum with bourbon or dark spiced rum.
Try using an esspresso shot instead of instant coffee.

Maple Rum Coffee Cocktail

Indulge in this captivating coffee flavored cocktail, a harmonious blend of dark rum and coffee flavors with a hint of maple syrup.

Tara

Prep Time 3

Total Time 3

Servings

Ingredients

2 oz dark rum or dark spiced rum
1 oz coffee liqueur (kahlúa)
1 tsp instant coffee (diluted in 1 Tbsp hot water)
½ oz pure maple syrup
1 oz whole milk (or half and half for a richer texture)
Ice cubes
Garnish with a piece of dark chocolate, a cinnamon stick, or a light dusting of cocoa powder.

Instructions

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the maple syrup, dark rum, coffee liqueur, instant coffee diluted in water, and milk. Shake vigorously until well chilled.
Then, strain the cocktail into the glass. Garnish it with a sprinkle of cocoa powder, a cinnamon stick, or a piece of dark chocolate!