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Caffe Fizz

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (36 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Caffe Fizz offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 27g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 488 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Caffe Fizz offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Caffe Fizz to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Caffe Fizz, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  •  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur
  •  part Ronrico® Vanilla Rum
  • Ginger Ale
  • Build over ice and garnish with an orange wedge.
  • seattle stout
  •  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur
  •  pint of Guinness® beer

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Mix and serve in a pint glass

Step 2: Technique & Execution

PanaMa slInG ½ part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ parts Plymouth® Gin ½ part Cherry Heering ® Liqueur 2 parts Pineapple Juice Juice from ½ Lime 2 splashes of Angostura® Bitters Shake with ice and strain into a tall glass filled with ice

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Garnish with a pineapple wheel and a sprig of mint

Step 4: Technique & Execution

MartInIs cHocolate covered cHerry  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part DeKuyper® Razzmatazz Schnapps ½ part VOX® Raspberry Flavored Vodka  part Cream Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass rimmed with grated chocolate

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Garnish with a maraschino cherry. café caBana  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part DeKuyper® White Crème de Cacao ½ parts Light Rum ½ part DeKuyper® Blue Curacao Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass

Step 6: Technique & Execution

MocHatInI  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part Chocolate Liqueur  part Absolut® Vanilia Vodka Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass. oranGe twIst  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part ABSOLUT® MANDARIN® Vodka ½ part DeKuyper® Dark Crème de Cacao ½ parts Orange Juice Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories488 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein27gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates36gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat15gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Caffe Fizz

This chef-curated Caffe Fizz offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 36 votes
Caffe Fizz
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories24% DV
488 kcal
Protein54% DV
27g
Fat19% DV
15g
Carbs13% DV
36g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Mix and serve in a pint glass

2

Technique & Execution: PanaMa slInG ½ part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ parts Plymouth® Gin ½ part Cherry Heering ® Liqueur 2 parts Pineapple Juice Juice from ½ Lime 2 splashes of Angostura® Bitters Shake with ice and strain into a tall glass filled with ice

3

Technique & Execution: Garnish with a pineapple wheel and a sprig of mint

4

Technique & Execution: MartInIs cHocolate covered cHerry  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part DeKuyper® Razzmatazz Schnapps ½ part VOX® Raspberry Flavored Vodka  part Cream Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass rimmed with grated chocolate

5

Technique & Execution: Garnish with a maraschino cherry. café caBana  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part DeKuyper® White Crème de Cacao ½ parts Light Rum ½ part DeKuyper® Blue Curacao Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass

6

Technique & Execution: MocHatInI  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part Chocolate Liqueur  part Absolut® Vanilia Vodka Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass. oranGe twIst  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part ABSOLUT® MANDARIN® Vodka ½ part DeKuyper® Dark Crème de Cacao ½ parts Orange Juice Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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