How to Make an Authentic Rüdesheimer Coffee with Asbach Brandy and Cream
This Authentic Rüdesheimer Coffee is a warm coffee drink combining strong brewed coffee with heated Asbach brandy, sugar, sweetened whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. The brandy is ignited with sugar to dissolve it, creating a layered flavor with a slightly caramelized taste. The drink is topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream and finished with chocolate shavings, balancing warmth, sweetness, and a creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 3 sugar cubes (or teaspoons)
- 1 hot brandy (or another dry brandy)
- 4 oz coffee brewed, strong
- 2 Tbsp Whipped Cream sweetened with a little vanilla sugar
- ½ tsp chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Place the sugar cubes into the mug. Heat the brandy in the microwave for about 30 seconds then pour onto the sugar cubes. Using a long match, carefully light the brandy in the mug.
- Stir with the long spoon until the sugar has completely dissolved. (If the flame doesn't extinguish after a minute, place a plate over the top of the cup.)
- Pour the coffee into the cup with the sugar and brandy.
- Finally, top with the slightly sweetened whipped cream and chocolate shavings. You have now made an authentic Rüdesheimer coffee!
Notes
- Omit brandy for a non-alcoholic version.
- Skip whipped cream to make a dairy-free drink.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 63IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.