Coffee, but make it dangerous. Hot, aromatic, and quietly indulgent, this is where Krampus and amaretto slip into a fresh mug and turn an everyday ritual into something slower and more deliberate. Finished with cream and spice, it’s perfect for cold mornings, long nights, or that moment when dessert feels optional but warmth does not.
The Krampus Kafé is a hot spiked coffee: fresh coffee with Krampus Herbal Liqueur and amaretto, topped with whipped cream. It's an easy after-dinner drink and a cozy holiday brunch pour.
It's ready in two minutes and works with any good drip or French press coffee.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Krampus Herbal Liqueur
- 1 oz amaretto
- 6–8 oz hot coffee
- Whipped cream, to top
- Ground cinnamon or cocoa, to dust
Directions
- Pour the Krampus and amaretto into a warm mug.
- Add the hot coffee and stir.
- Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon or cocoa.
Glass: Mug · Garnish: Whipped cream, cinnamon or cocoa
Tip
Warm the mug first with a splash of hot water, then pour it out. The drink stays hot longer and the whipped cream holds its shape.
Variations
Swap the amaretto for Krampus Coffee Liqueur for a double-coffee version, or use decaf for an after-dinner drink that won’t keep you up.
A Brief History of Spiked Coffee
People have been spiking coffee for centuries. In Italy, a caffè corretto, "corrected coffee," gets a splash of grappa or liqueur. In Spain it's the carajillo.
The most famous version, Irish coffee, was created in the 1940s by chef Joe Sheridan at the Foynes flying-boat terminal in Ireland for cold, tired travelers, and it was popularized in America by the Buena Vista Cafe in San Francisco.
Why Make It With Krampus
Most spiked coffees use whiskey or a single liqueur. Krampus Herbal Liqueur brings roasted hazelnut and raw honey, which pair with coffee the way a hazelnut latte does, and the amaretto adds almond. Together they make a coffee that tastes like a nutty holiday pastry, sweet enough that you won't need sugar.
FAQ
What liqueur is good in coffee?
Nut, coffee, cream and herbal liqueurs all work. Krampus adds hazelnut and honey, which is a classic coffee pairing.
Is this the same as Irish coffee?
No. Irish coffee uses Irish whiskey and sugar. The Krampus Kafé uses Krampus and amaretto for a sweeter, nuttier drink.