Wine-based · Classic

Pousse Café

Name: Pousse Café
Prep time: 8 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 15 ml Crème de Menthe (green); 15 ml Crème de cassis; 15 ml Orange Liqueur; 60 ml Champagne

An elegant layered cocktail with varying flavors.

Glass: Champagne flute
Technique: Layered
Strength: 18.3% ABV (estimated)
Difficulty: Hard
Time: 8 min

The Pousse Café is an elegant, multi-layered cocktail that showcases a colorful array of liqueurs. Each layer offers a distinct flavor, from sweet to herbal, creating a complex taste experience. Often served as a digestif, this visually striking drink is perfect for special occasions or as a show-stopping finish to a meal.

Ingredients

Servings1

15 ml½ oz1.5 clCrème de Menthe (green)
15 ml½ oz1.5 clCrème de cassis
15 ml½ oz1.5 clOrange Liqueur
60 ml2 oz6 clChampagne

Method

Pour the Crème de Menthe (green) into a flute glass.
Crème de Menthe (green) 15 ml½ oz1.5 cl
Float the Crème de cassis over the back of a spoon.
Crème de cassis 15 ml½ oz1.5 cl
Float the Orange Liqueur slowly over the spoon.
Orange Liqueur 15 ml½ oz1.5 cl
Top up with the Champagne gently to keep the layers.
Champagne 60 ml2 oz6 cl

Ingredients

Method

You might also like