Blood Orange Dark Moon Espresso
A cozy espresso drink with sweet blood orange and dark chocolate notes
June 11, 2025
Love a creative spin on your espresso? This Blood Orange Dark Moon Espresso combines rich, dark-roasted espresso with the sweet-tart punch of blood orange and a hint of dark chocolate liqueur for an unforgettable coffee experience.
This drink comes together in minutes using fresh blood orange juice, quality espresso, and a splash of dark chocolate liqueur. We recommend using a dark roast espresso blend to stand up to the citrus flavors. Perfect for sophisticated evening entertaining or a special weekend treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This unique coffee creation will become your new favorite because:
- Perfect balance of citrus and coffee flavors
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Impressive presentation with the blood orange garnish
- Versatile - can be served hot or over ice
Blood Orange Dark Moon Espresso
A cozy espresso drink with sweet blood orange and dark chocolate notes
Blood Orange Coffee, Espresso Cocktail, Dark Chocolate Coffee, Citrus Coffee, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Serving glass
- Citrus juicer
- Bar spoon
- Measuring jigger
Ingredients
- 2 shots freshly brewed espresso
- 1 oz dark chocolate liqueur
- 2 oz fresh blood orange juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Blood orange wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Brew two shots of espresso using your preferred method
- In a serving glass, combine the dark chocolate liqueur and blood orange juice
- Add the simple syrup and stir to combine
- Pour the hot espresso slowly into the glass
- Gently stir to incorporate all ingredients
- Garnish with a blood orange wheel
Pro Tips
- Use freshly squeezed blood orange juice for the best flavor and color
- Chill the glass beforehand for an extra-special presentation
- Choose a dark roast espresso to complement the citrus notes
- Garnish with a thin blood orange wheel for maximum visual impact
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin C: 30mg, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT2M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT7M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
