Instant Riches – The Coffee-Lover’s Cocktail for Non-Coffee Drinkers

Sometimes you want that bold coffee kick without actually drinking coffee. Instant Riches is your cheat code. It’s creamy, smooth and gives you all the vibes of a luxe espresso cocktail; without the espresso machine. Perfect for coffee lovers and coffee-avoiders alike.

Condensed milk, the unsung hero of sweet, creamy drinks, is simply cow’s milk with most of the water removed and sugar added. Originating in the 19th century as a way to preserve milk without refrigeration, it’s now a staple in desserts and indulgent drinks worldwide. Here, it teams up with vanilla oat milk for a silky finish that feels like liquid velvet.

And the secret weapon? Instant coffee syrup. This little trick gives you full coffee flavour without adding brewed coffee to your cocktail. Sweet, aromatic and super simple to make A bar hack you’ll want to keep forever!

Ingredients

• 40ml Vodka

• 10ml Instant Coffee Syrup

• 20ml Vanilla Oat Milk

• 10ml Condensed Milk

• Dash of Angostura Bitters

• Salt rim (optional)

Method

1. Make your syrup: Combine equal parts instant coffee granules and sugar. Add hot water, stir until fully dissolved, then set aside to cool.

2. Prep your glass: If you’re using a salt rim, run a lemon wedge around the edge of a rocks glass and dip into salt.

3. Shake it up: Add vodka, instant coffee syrup, vanilla oat milk, condensed milk, bitters, and ice into a shaker.

4. Strain & serve: Shake hard, then strain over fresh ice in your prepared rocks glass.

5. Garnish: Add a final flourish of your choice — coffee beans, chocolate shavings or a simple sprinkle of salt — and enjoy.

Moe’s Tip

For an extra-rich coffee hit, swap the instant coffee in your syrup for freshly brewed black coffee.

Want it even creamier? Experiment with other milks or even a splash of Irish cream liqueur for an indulgent twist.

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