Caffè Corretto (Italian Coffee with Liquor)
Caffè Corretto, translated as "corrected coffee", is freshly brewed espresso paired with a splash of liquor (usually Italian grappa or Sambuca). Traditionally served after a meal or as a quick pick-me-up, this coffee upgrade will have you hooked.
Equipment
- espresso machine or moka pot
- espresso cups
- shot glass optional
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly brewed espresso about 1-2 ounces
- 1 shot grappa* or Sambuca *see notes
- sugar, optional for serving
- coffee beans or lemon peel, optional for serving
Instructions
- Brew a fresh shot of espresso (about 1–2 ounces) in a small espresso (demitasse) cup.1 cup freshly brewed espresso
- Add a splash of your preferred liquor. Sambuca for sweet and aromatic, or grappa for bold and dry. Stir gently, or leave the liquor on the side for guests to add themselves.1 shot grappa* or Sambuca
- Optional: add sugar or a twist of lemon peel to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!sugar, optional for serving, coffee beans or lemon peel, optional for serving
Notes
- For the grappa, choose one that’s smooth enough to drink neat but still has character. A young/white grappa or grappa bianca is ideal. Avoid grappa that is woody or heavily aged.
Nutrition*
Serving: 1 cup | Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 271mg | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg
*Nutrition information is an estimate and provided as a courtesy. Actual values may vary based on ingredients, measurements, and substitutions.
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