This Espresso Highball offers a bright, refreshing way to enjoy the rich, complex flavors of rum and coffee. The espresso simple syrup brings caramelized molasses and coffee notes to the drink. Combined with dark or aged rum, it becomes a perfectly balanced cocktail that’s both lively and smooth. The club soda and lime make it an ideal choice for warm weather or anytime you want something light and bright.
The bold yet nuanced flavor of the espresso simple syrup sets this highball apart from traditional cocktails. Its subtle coffee undertones enhance the rum’s natural character, while the lime juice adds just the right amount of brightness and acidity. Whether you’re serving it at a casual gathering or enjoying it on a quiet afternoon with a friend, this cocktail offers a simple way to impress coffee lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike. Making your own espresso simple syrup is quick and easy, and it can also be used in a variety of other beverages such as iced coffees and craft cocktails. Store your espresso simple syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month to have a flavorful sweetener ready to elevate your drinks.
Ingredients:
1½ oz (45ml) dark or aged rum (or bourbon, for a twist)
½ oz (15ml) fresh lime juice
¾ oz (22ml) espresso simple syrup (see instructions below) Club soda or sparkling water
Lime wheel or twist, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Add rum, lime juice, and Espresso Brown Sugar simple syrup. Stir to combine.
3. Top with club soda or sparkling water.
4. Gently stir again and garnish with a lime wheel or twist.
Espresso Simple Syrup:
- Combine ½ cup Andrea’s Bakehouse Espresso Brown Sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan.
- Heat gently until the sugar dissolves. Let cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.