At this point, we all knew that coffee is one of our driving forces in the morning, the caffeine keeps us awake, and the aroma makes us more energized. But what if we can do better? We have talked about the best morning brew and where you can get them, but we are not stopping there.
Here is one way to elevate your coffee experience, a combination that will brighten your whole day, coffee cocktails! The combination of bittersweet coffee and sweet liqueur in these drinks will have you enthralled. From the best bars to renowned coffee shops, here are some of the places serving coffee cocktails.
Coffee Cocktails
Common Grounds
Common Grounds was born out of inspiration from the rise of specialty coffee, Common Grounds is not just about coffee—the company is always evolving with the industry and is always open to collaborations that could create authentic works. Head down to Common Grounds Ground Zero at Astha District, where you can try some fun coffee cocktails, perfect for the after-office hour.
The Adult Gato is a scoop of premium vanilla ice cream doused in Cloak & Dagger Espresso and Irish whiskey and garnished with orange peel and lotus biscuits. Creamy mouthfeel with an extra kick from Irish Whiskey and dark chocolate finish. While their selection of Espresso Summer uses Roku Gin, mixed with simple syrup and Cloak & Dagger espresso blend. The combination gives a refreshing taste with a citrusy twist from the orange juice.
Djournal House
Djournal House, located in Jakarta’s chic area Senopati, is a coffee and cocktail bar that combines three aspects to take your coffee experience to the next level. With a love and passion for coffee, music, and cocktails, Djournal House serves from hearty breakfast to crafted cocktails to fulfill your everyday needs.
Try their Signature Coffee Cocktails with five different fun cocktails to offer. Starting from the classic Djournal Negroni, a blend of Beefeater Gin, Djournal Kopi Vermouth, and Campari Bitter. Another choice you can try is the “Whisk Me Up” made from Vanilla scotch, creme de cacao white bols / De Kuyper, Lemon Juice, Gomme, Egg Chicken, and Djournal Kopi Bitters.
Nautilus Bar, Four Seasons Jakarta
Inspired by the spice trade of 16th century Indonesia, Nautilus is an intimate destination bar that celebrates the nostalgia of seafaring traditions. Woven around the incredible flavors of the archipelago, the creative cocktail menu skillfully blends premium spirits and sustainable ingredients with modern mixology techniques.
One of their signature drink is the Aegri Somnia, a blend of St. Remy Authentic Brandy, Chivas Regal 12 YO Infused Sandalwood, Clove, Cinzano Rosso, DOM, Nusantara Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur Infused Cardamon, Aromatic Bitters, and Fernet Branca. Or the “a Pearl Worth Ten Million,” a blend of Naked Grouse Whiskey, Bowmore 12, Honey Syrup, Ginger-Raspberry Cordial, Lemon Juice, and Coffee.
PA.SO.LA Restaurant, Ritz Carlton Jakarta Pacific Place
With their Cocktail Archipelago selections, PA.SO.LA selection of classic cocktails with modern twists. Taking inspiration from the abundance of Indonesia’s herbs and exotic ingredients, the bar team has picked these exotic ingredients to add complexity to the drinks, revealing elegant cocktails with depth flavor and interesting aromas.
Their Espresso Martini is an enticing blend of Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Cinzano Rosso, Triple Sec, and Espresso. Meanwhile, try the Sweet Toraja, a gourmet cocktail with a good balance between hazelnut and local coffee, full-body dark chocolate, sharp acidity, and a hint of sweet-spicy. Perfect cocktail for your post-dinner.
The Cocktail Club Jakarta
Found on the first floor above a bistro in the bustling Senopati neighborhood, The Cocktail Club Jakarta’s veteran bartending team has created a tantalizing menu that features local ingredients and brings new flavor combinations to the table.
Their Caffè Cynar combines its namesake Italian bitter with Amaro Montenegro, coffee, and gingerbread, topped with pink peppercorn. While their famous Irish Coffee juxtaposes warm Jameson-spiked V60 coffee (kept at a consistent 70°C and sweetened with deep, dark gula Melaka) with cold, just-thick-enough cream.
Wishbone Bar
Located in Semarang, Wishbone Bar was successfully placed in the top 100 of Asia’s Best Bars. With Ayip Dzuhri as the Head Bartender, Wishbone Bar offers more than 30 cocktails and a myriad of liquor choices, from cognac to rum.
Aside from the classic Espresso Martini, you can try one of the signature cocktails, the Kopi O Peng. Taking the inspiration from breakfast kopi tiam culture in Singapore, this cocktail is a blend of Irish Whiskey, Coffee Liqueur, Kopi Nectar, and Demerara and served with Kaya Toast.
