{"id":1095,"date":"2026-06-28T13:40:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T13:40:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1095"},"modified":"2026-07-18T08:31:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T08:31:40","slug":"spiced-dragon-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1095","title":{"rendered":"Spiced Dragon Coffee"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-layout dfks-layout-applied dfks-layout-alchemist is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-post-body is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2615 Spiced Dragon Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Category:<\/strong> Tavern Warmers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bold, aromatic coffee infused with cinnamon, vanilla and warming spices, finished with lightly whipped cream. Ideal for early mornings, long adventures or a relaxing evening beside the tavern fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2615 Rich, full-bodied coffee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\udd6e Warm cinnamon and vanilla notes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd25 Perfect for cold mornings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 Ready in just 10 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udff0 Easily adapted with your favourite liqueur<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 5 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 5 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Makes:<\/strong> 1 Mug<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>200ml freshly brewed strong coffee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50ml whole milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc tsp ground cinnamon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pinch of ground nutmeg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toppings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lightly whipped cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cinnamon dusting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chocolate shavings (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brew a fresh mug of strong coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm the milk in a small saucepan or microwave until hot but not boiling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir the brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon and nutmeg into the coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour in the warm milk and stir well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top with lightly whipped cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish with a dusting of cinnamon and chocolate shavings if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dragon Chef&#8217;s Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an adults-only version, add a 25ml measure of Irish cream, coffee liqueur or spiced rum before topping with whipped cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;Served at first light in the mountain taverns of the Dragon Peaks, Spiced Dragon Coffee was said to sharpen the senses before any great quest. Travellers believed no expedition should begin without sharing a mug around the breakfast table.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->\n<h2>More from the Workshop<\/h2><p>Continue through the shelves with two related brews, or pair this drink with a feast from the Recipe Vault.<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1093\">Winter Hearth Hot Chocolate<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1091\">Ember Apple Toddy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1606\">Azure Archipelago Chicken Adobo<\/a> \u2014 a feast to serve alongside<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?page_id=597\">Return to the Alchemist\u2019s Workshop<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A bold, aromatic coffee infused with cinnamon, vanilla and warming spices, finished with lightly whipped cream. 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