Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp (25g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 shots (60ml) espresso or strongly brewed coffee
  • 1/4 tsp (0.5g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch (0.1g) ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk

Instructions:

  1. Place 2 tbsp (25g) packed brown sugar, 1/4 tsp (0.5g) ground cinnamon, and 1 pinch (0.1g) ground nutmeg into the bottom of a 12 oz ceramic mug.
  2. Brew 2 shots (60ml) of espresso or strong coffee directly over the sugar mixture.
  3. Stir the coffee and sugar mixture vigorously for 15 seconds until the sugar is completely melted and looks like a mahogany-colored syrup.
  4. Heat 1 cup (240ml) of milk in a small saucepan or microwave until it is steaming but not boiling (approximately 150°F/65°C).
  5. Froth the milk by inserting a handheld frother at a slight angle just below the surface to create a thick foam, or by pumping a French press plunger rapidly for 20 seconds until the volume increases.
  6. Slowly pour the frothed milk over the espresso-sugar base, using a spoon to hold back the foam until the mug is nearly full.
  7. Dollop the remaining foam on top and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of cinnamon for the finish.