Strachan, Sue
The Cafe Brulot
- ISBN 13:
- 9780807176047
- author:
- Strachan, Sue
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Louisiana State University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 124
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 12.7 centimetres (0.18 kg
- Genre:
- Cooking, Food & Drink, Drinks, Alcoholic,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Café Brûlot: A Cocktail Born of Legend Sue Strachan explores the origins and enduring popularity of this unique after-dinner drink. Café Brûlot, also known as "devilishly incendiary coffee," is a combination of coffee, liquor, and fire that has become a staple in New Orleans. The base ingredients vary depending on the restaurant, but typically include coffee, brandy, sugar, cinnamon, lemon, oranges, cloves, and sometimes an orange liqueur. This book delves into the history of Café Brûlot, examining its various ingredients and customary implements used to serve it. Strachan's entertaining account sheds light on this fascinating cocktail, which has become a beloved tradition in New Orleans.