Coffee Cocktails

Kioki Coffee

Served in a Coffee Mug

Reviewed by the WhatDrink Editorial TeamHow we calculate nutritionSuggest a correction

Coffee Cocktailalcoholic5% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

132 kcalCalories

5%ABV

8.9gSugar

11.8gCarbs

0.63Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, uses cream, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 ozKahluaLiqueur Modifier
1/2 ozBrandyBase Spirit
to tasteCoffeeModifier

How to Make It

Stir.Stirred
Add whipped cream to the top.Top

How to Serve

Glass: Coffee Mug
Temperature: Warm
Method: Stirred

Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Coffee Vanilla Roasted

Supporting notes

Fruit Oak Sweet

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its coffee and vanilla notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
After DinnerSuggested from its coffee notes.
Winter / CozySuggested from its coffee notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Kahlua1 oz

Coffee LiqueurWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount and adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes: Coffee liqueur can usually replace Kahlua, though sweetness and coffee intensity may vary.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Brandy1/2 oz

CognacWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing citrus or sweetener.
What changes: Cognac can replace generic brandy in a cocktail at the same measure; expect a more specific Cognac profile rather than a neutral brandy.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated July 12, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Kioki Coffee?: The Kioki Coffee is a coffee cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Coffee Mug. It has an ABV of approximately 5.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 132 calories.
What does a Kioki Coffee taste like?: Kioki Coffee has a flavour profile featuring Coffee, Vanilla, Roasted, Fruit. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Kioki Coffee?: Kioki Coffee pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Kioki Coffee?: The Kioki Coffee has an ABV of approximately 5.0%. That's approximately 0.63 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 132 kcal, 8.9g sugar, 11.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Kioki Coffee typically served?: Kioki Coffee is often suggested for After Dinner, Dessert, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Kioki Coffee?: If you enjoy Kioki Coffee, the suggestions on this page surface other coffee cocktails that share its spirit base or espresso-forward profile. The Espresso Martini, White Russian and Irish Coffee are popular in this category.
Can I make a Kioki Coffee at home?: Yes. The Kioki Coffee uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Coffee Mug. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare coffee cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find coffee cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Kioki Coffee with other coffee cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.