Recipe

The Key Player: Your New Favorite Espresso Cocktail

Bourbon, herbal liqueur, and coffee join forces for the perfect late-night lift

Photo: kriech higdon


Once the dishes are done and your favorite record is spinning, mix yourself a Key Player, the decadent creation of Chall Gray and Millita Gonzalez of Asheville’s Little Jumbo bar. Anchored by Blade & Bow bourbon, it’s layered with herbal liqueur, espresso sweetness, and a little coffee for earthy depth.

glass of bourbon with ice
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Key Player

Yield: 1 cocktail

Ingredients

    • 1½ oz. Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

    • ½ oz. herbal Italian liqueur of choice

    • ½ oz. espresso liqueur of choice

    • ½ oz. cold brew of choice

    • 1 dash brewed coffee (Little Jumbo uses Big Bear) and cocoa bitters

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a coupe glass.


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