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Taste what happens when a curry feedstock of dried spices, including cayenne, is combined with espresso. This signature drink unleashes a mesmerizing sequence of sensory stimuli. The barista suggests a sip of the energetic drink followed by a small bite of candied ginger. It’s just what’s needed.
Reprinted with permission from Coffee Drinks by Michael Turback, copyright © 2008. Published by Ten Speed Press, a division of Random House, Inc.
| 4 ounces espresso | 1 teaspoon muchi curry powder | |
| 4 ounces unsweetened coconut milk | 1 teaspoon ground ginger | |
| 2 ounces coconut juice | 4 pieces candied ginger, for garnish |
Pull a single espresso into each of four 4-ounce cups.
Combine the coconut milk and coconut juice and pour into a metal frothing pitcher. Combine the curry powder and ground ginger, and sift into the mixture. Steam the spiced coconut mixture to 140°F. Pour (as in a latte) over each espresso. Serve on saucers with a piece of candied ginger on the side.