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Barista Cup: signature recipes Part 2
Welcome back to our barista competition series! In our last post, we shared some of the incredible signature drinks crafted by our talented baristas during the Julius Mainl Barista Cup finale on September 19th. The creativity and passion behind each recipe truly impressed us, and we know they inspired many of you as well. Let's look at more recipes that captivated the judges and audience alike.
Raffy Brend Vajio - UAE
Raffy Brend Vajio’s signature drink “Arabian Shore Latte” is a vibrant and refreshing coffee inspired by the Arabian Gulf shore of Dubai.
Ingredients
Espresso
60 ml pineapple juice
60 ml coconut milk
15 ml Monin Blue Lagoon syrup
Ice cubes
How to make it:
Add ice and the Blue Lagoon syrup in a highball glass. In a shaker combine the pineapple juice and coconut milk and shake it throughout. Pour these two ingredients into the highball glass, and top it with the espresso.
Ionela Todoran - Romania
Ionela Todoran’s signature drink “Black Velvet” is a bold and luxurious cocktail that combines an intense double shot of espresso with the smoothness of Ketel One vodka.
Ingredients
Double Espresso
20 ml Vodka Ketel One
10 ml Paragon Vetiver
10 ml roasted hazelnut syrup
Dry ice cubes
How to make it:
Pour all ingredients into a shaker and shake it well. The, strain the drink trough a fine strainer into your chosen glass. Perfect for those who enjoy a unique twist on classic coffee cocktails, the Black Velvet is sure to impress with its striking presentation and complex taste.
Davit Nikolishvili - Georgia
Davit Nikolishvili’s signature drink “Khimador” is an inventive cocktail that combines the vibrant flavours of Tequila Olmeca Blanco with the tropical fruitiness of Passoa.
Ingredients:
50 ml Tequila Olmeca Blanco
30 ml Passoa
Espresso
20 ml lime
15 ml homemade almond syrup
5 gr salt
How to make it:
The cocktail is prepared in a rosemary-smoked whiskey glass, infusing it with aromatic, herbaceous notes. After shaking the ingredients together, the drink is double strained into the smoked glass and garnished with almonds and a sprig of rosemary, creating a visually stunning and richly flavorful drink. Perfect for those who appreciate a well-crafted, multi-layered cocktail, the Khimador offers a unique experience that is both refreshing and robust.
Štěpánka Potůčková - Czech Republic
Štěpánka Potůčková´s signature drink “Mango espresso” is a refreshing and tropical twist on the classic iced coffee.
Ingredients:
1 shot of espresso (30 ml)
100 ml mango juice or mango puree (diluted slightly with water if using puree)
Ice cubes
How to make it:
Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour about 100 ml of mango juice (or diluted mango puree) over the ice. Carefully pour a shot of freshly brewed espresso over the ice and mango juice, allowing the layers to form. Serve immediately and enjoy the combination of bold espresso with sweet mango.
Mario Benetseder - Austria
Mario Benetseder signature drink “Espresso Fruttolio” is an inventive and refreshing drink that blends espresso with unique ingredients for a surprising twist.
Ingredients:
Double shot of espresso
3 cl homemade bergamot syrup
100 ml soda water
30 ml homemade bergamot syrup
15 ml olive oil
Ice cubes
Garnish: Dried lemon slice and edible flowers
How to make it:
In a glass, combine the homemade bergamot syrup with soda water to create a bergamot lemonade base. In a shaker, combine the double shot of espresso, olive oil, and ice cubes. Stir vigorously until the mixture becomes foamy. Using a spoon, gently pour the foamed espresso over the bergamot lemonade base to create a layered effect. Garnish with a dried lemon slice and edible flowers. Serve immediately.
Vladimir Chzou - Moldova
Vladimir Chzou signature drink “RAF Maple” is a creamy, indulgent coffee drink that combines the robust flavour of espresso with the rich sweetness of maple syrup.
Ingredients:
Espresso
265 ml cream (10% fat)
12 ml Monin maple syrup
8 g (1 tsp) vanilla sugar
10 g (1 tbsp) roasted crushed salted peanuts
How to make it:
In a jug, combine the espresso, cream, maple syrup, and vanilla sugar. Use a steamer to heat and froth the mixture until it becomes creamy and well-blended. Pour the frothy, rich coffee mixture into a cup. Garnish with roasted crushed salted peanuts for an extra layer of flavor and texture. Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, sweet, and nutty coffee delight.
We hope you’ve enjoyed exploring the final batch of signature drink recipes from our Julius Meinl Barista Cup! Each one is a testament to the creativity, skill, and passion for coffee that our baristas bring to the table. Whether you try these recipes at home or in your outlet, we hope they add a little extra excitement to your daily menu.