Tricity brews up a "Coffee-sation" with every sip!

International Coffee Day, celebrated on October 1st, is not just about your regular cup of joe. It's an opportunity to explore the exciting world of coffee mocktails and cocktails that can do more than just wake you up in the morning. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or just looking for some culinary adventure, we've got the perfect recipes to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your coffee experience.

Orange Twist Coffee: A zesty brew

Ingredients: 1/2 orange, 1 tsp honey, 100 ml fresh drip coffee or 1 espresso, 1 glass soda, ice cubes

Method: Freshly squeeze the orange juice and stir honey into the hot coffee. In a glass, add ice cubes and soda, then pour the coffee gently over a spoon onto the ice cubes. Garnish with an orange slice, stir, and enjoy!

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Black Russian: The classic elegance

Ingredients: Vodka, Coffee liqueur, 1 cherry, ice cubes

Method: Stir vodka and coffee liqueur with ice in a mixing glass. Strain into a glass filled with ice, top with a cherry, and serve.

The Dark and Stormy: A tempestuous blend

Ingredients: 50ml dark rum, 100ml hot ginger beer, 2 tbsp freshly brewed espresso, caramel popcorn (for garnish)

Method: Mix rum and ginger beer over ice. Slowly pour espresso on top. Garnish with caramel popcorn and serve.

Coffee-Elderflower Mocktail: A refreshing twist

Ingredients: 1 cup water, 1/4 cup fresh lemongrass (cut into 2-inch pieces), 2 tsp ground chicory coffee, 1/4 cup elderflower syrup, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp sweetened condensed milk, 1/4 tsp pure lemon extract, 2 cups ice, lemon peel (for garnish)

Method: Boil water and lemongrass, add coffee, and steep for 5 minutes. Strain and cool. In a shaker, combine the coffee, elderflower syrup, lemon juice, condensed milk, and lemon extract. Shake well, strain into glasses, and garnish with lemon peel.

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Local cafes in tricity join the celebration

Local cafes in Tricity are also joining the International Coffee Day celebration with tempting offers:
- Cafe Lagoon offers buy-one-get-one-free deals on coffees.
- Javahouz lets you buy two espressos and get the third one free.
- Cafe Jive gives you a 50% discount on espressos, mochas, and lattes.
- Baked with Love treats you to complimentary coffee with every tiramisu order.

Sip, savor, and enjoy the caffeinated festivities!