ESPRESSO SODA

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1/4 cup espresso beans, crushed in a mortar and pestle
Ice cubes
8 shots very cold coffee-flavored liqueur, optional
8 shots very cold vodka, optional
8 cups very cold club soda

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the sugar is completely melted, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the espresso beans and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Strain, cover and refrigerate until very cold, at least 2 hours.
  • Fill 8 tall glasses with ice. Add about 1/4 cup of the espresso syrup to each glass. If desired, add a shot of vodka and coffee liqueur with the syrup and stir well. Fill to the top with club soda.

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