If you need a cup of coffee that will give you a serious caffeine jolt, try the Black Eye recipe! And no, this is not a crazy bar drink; this is a very strong drink that can be made at any time in your own kitchen.
A black eye is a cup of brewed coffee that gets mixed with 2 added shots of espresso. The combination and amount of drip coffee and espresso used have resulted in a dark black color, hence the name “black eye”. This is also how it has become a strong cup of coffee. A black eye has even more caffeine compared to a red eye. So it’s like an eye-opening jolt or a punch to the face. So drink with caution!
Recipe Specifications
- Time required: 6 minutes
- Drink size: 8 oz. (1 serving)
- Ratio: 1:2 (1 cup of coffee to 2 shots of espresso)
Equipment
- An espresso machine/a Moka pot (some espresso machines can make coffee as well)
- A tall coffee mug
- A coffeemaker
Ingredients
- Fresh coffee grounds for 2 oz. of espresso
- Medium grind, 0.5 oz. coffee powder
- Milk and sugar (optional)
- Fresh cold water
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1
First, make coffee with the coffee machine and brew 6–8 oz. of coffee
Step 2
Pour the coffee into a tall coffee mug or glass
Step 3
Now, pull 2 shots of espresso with your espresso machine (or use a Moka pot instead)
Step 4
Pour the double shots of espresso over the coffee. Give it a stir with a spoon. Serve and have fun!
Note: You can also smooth out this recipe by adding milk and sugar.
