The velvety mixture of Kahlua (coffee liqueur) and vodka make this Cocktail a potent combination. Created during the time of the Cold War, it will certainly thaw any coldness and thoroughly warm you inside and out! Using just two wonderful ingredients, it is quick, simple and a winner each time.
- 2 shots Ketel One Vodka
- 3/4 Shot Coffee Liqueur
- Add all the ingredients into the Cocktail shaker over ice
- Strain into an Old Fashion (tumbler) glass
- Garnish with a thin slice of Lemon and a cherry on a Cocktail stick
Gustav Tops created this Cocktail in 1949 for the affluent socialite and Ambassador of Luxembourg - Perle Skirvin Mesta. It is from her the much used phrase "Hostess with the Mostess" was coined.