Cola de Mono is a cocktail made with aguardiente, milk, coffee, sugar, and spices. Some of the spices you can include, if you prefer, are cinnamon, anise, clove, vanilla, and orange peel. Truly a delight!
This is a traditional Chilean cocktail, whose origins date back to the 19th century.
It is believed that its name comes from its color, similar to the fur of monkeys. This drink has become an icon of Christmas celebrations in Chile, where it is enjoyed at family gatherings and among friends.
Cola de Mono
Ingredients
2 cups of Milk
1 Cinnamon stick
3 tablespoons of Liquid espresso or very strong coffee
30 milliliters of Aguardiente or pisco
¼ teaspoon of Nutmeg
¼ cup of Sugar
Preparation
Step 1 : Boil the milk with cinnamon, sugar, and coffee.
Step 2 : Once the sugar dissolves, remove the cinnamon stick and take the mixture off the stove to cool (without refrigeration).
Step 3 : When the liquid is lukewarm, add the aguardiente or pisco and the nutmeg.
Step 4 : When it’s cold, cover the mixture and put it in the refrigerator.
Step 5 : Serve chilled but without ice.
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