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Cafe Shakerato

July 6, 2015 By pblevitt 10 Comments

Caffe Shakerato, perfect on a summer day | labellasorella.comCafe Shakerato surely evolved to satisfy those Italians who simply could not survive without their espresso, yet somehow the blistery summer days seemed to call for something a bit more refreshing.  Some years ago in Tropea,  Mia Sorella and I were deeply immersed in one of our favorite sibling bonding activities – shopping; we were madly searching for some locally produced ceramic tiles to incorporate into a project at home.  The shops had just rolled up their windows and it was sweltering; our stamina would surly be affected by the oppressive heat.  The astute shop owner of a tiny ceramic studio understood that these conditions would certainly affect our ability to supplement the local economy, so he discretely sent his young son off on a little errand.  Allora, after some minutes the boy appeared with two icy cold coffee drinks, and that was our introduction to Cafe Shakerato.

Espresso time...let's turn on the espresso machine and get ready for Caffe Shakerato | labellasorella.com

Espresso cup obsession | labellasorella.comCoffee anyone?  Let's set up the Cafeteria for Caffe Shakerato. | labellasorella.com

Espresso plays an important part of the culture at Casa Levitt all year round.  Our cupboards overflow with the equipment & accessories to support our obsession.  There are the Italian style pots in varying sizes, an espresso machine, espresso cup collections and the monthly delivery of special dark roast coffee from our Italian supplier.  As you see we are well outfitted to prepare the espresso for Caffe Shakerato; most importantly we start with a good quality roast that will provide the strength of character that a respectable espresso demands.

Filling the Cafeteria for Caffe Shakerato | labellasorella.com

Caffe Shakerato is a quick and easy treat; think of it as a chilled alternative to the caffeine jolt one typically receives from an espresso.  Strong and sweet with a mysterious richness in body,  yet oh so pleasing on a summer’s day.

And the Caffe Shakerato is ready.  | labellasorella.com

The ingredient list is short – espresso, a sweetener, ice and lemon peel.  We prefer to sweeten Caffe Shakerato with a simple syrup, leaving no chance that that granulated sugar may not completely dissolve.  A well chilled cocktail shaker is essential, try placing it in the freezer overnight.

Caffe Shakerato Corretto anyone? | labellasorella.com

Are you familiar with what Italians refer to as a Corretto, or Caffe Corretto?   Simply translated  as corrected coffee; corrected you may ask, what need to be corrected when presented with a perfectly good espresso?  Well, there are those times when one one wants just a bit more of a kick from their espresso (I’m sure you understand) and the addition of a shot of Grappa or Sambuca does the trick.  It’s perfectly reasonable to take your Caffe Shakerato one step further in the same way… and there you have the Caffe Shakerato Corretto.

Caffe Shakerato Corretto, delightful | labellasorella.com

You don’t have to be Italian to enjoy an icy cold Caffe Shakerato this summer, go ahead and give it a try. Each time I have one I am transported back to that picturesque ceramic shop with my sister, sipping our Caffe Shakeratos as though we are divas in a Vittorio De Sica film.

Caffe Shakerato Corretto, a chilled treat with a kick. | labellasorella.com

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Cafe Shakerato
 
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Prep time
3 mins
Total time
3 mins
 
Author: Paula Barbarito-Levitt
Recipe type: Beverages with and Italian Twist
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
  • 3 ounces of freshly brewed espresso
  • 1 ounce of simple syrup, well chilled
  • 2 strips of lemon peel
  • ½ ounce of Grappa or Sambuca, if desired
  • A well chilled cocktail shaker
  • 8 to 10 ice cubes
  • Serving glasses
Instructions
  1. Have your well chilled cocktail shaker filled with the ice cubes. All other necessary items should be in place.
  2. Prepare the espresso using whatever method you have available: a fancy espresso machine or a simple Cafeteria style pot.
  3. Pour the prepared espresso into the shaker, along with the simple syrup, and Grappa or Sambuca if desired. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds and pour into the serving glasses (I am assuming that your cocktail shaker has a strainer attachment, if not please strain).
  4. Garnish with a strip of lemon peel and enjoy.
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Comments

  1. Manuela Ranieri says

    July 6, 2015 at 5:51 am

    Caffè corretto is delicious, many Italian’s people have in their freezer a shaker full of iced cold coffee…me too! In summer afternoons is a nice break with family and friends!

    Reply
    • pblevitt says

      July 6, 2015 at 5:54 am

      Absolutely,it is the perfect way to enjoy friends on a hot summer day.

      Reply
  2. Fran says

    July 6, 2015 at 6:17 am

    Love this!

    Reply
    • pblevitt says

      July 6, 2015 at 6:19 am

      Thinking of those days at the beach Fran!!!

      Reply
  3. Patricia says

    July 6, 2015 at 8:38 am

    Yes , I recall Mia sorella and I shopping as usual on that trip. This refreshing find was an oasis that day. And we found some perfect ceramic pieces as well!!!!

    Reply
    • pblevitt says

      July 6, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      It certainly was an oasis – and of course we found the perfect ceramic pieces, we always do!

      Reply
  4. Ciao Chow Linda says

    July 6, 2015 at 9:05 am

    Clearly I’ve been living in a vacuum. I just made myself an iced latte, but I need to get a cocktail shaker and make a Shakerato!

    Reply
    • pblevitt says

      July 6, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      Trust me Linda, you will love it!

      Reply
  5. Janice Faulstich says

    July 12, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    Paula, I was so surprised to read that you were in Tropea! Few Americans make their way to Calabria, and fewer yet to this charming seaside resort. We have been there several times, and enjoyed the friendly locals, beautiful scenery, and pristine fresh seafood. There are some wonderful unpretentious, simple reataurants both in the town of Tropea and nearby. Our favorite is a few miles out f town, by the beach in Santa Maria where the chef and the waiter caught our meal earlier that very day!
    Alas, no shakerato per me-I would be awake for 3 days from the caffeine.

    Reply
    • pblevitt says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      Janice, My family and I have been there many times and adore the area. We often stay in Parghelia which is moments north of Tropea. Tropea is enchanting – wonderful people, food and a real slice of Calabrian culture.
      Actually, I mention Tropea often on my blog – if you take a look at the post about our pizza oven in the Lifestyle area as well as the recipe for Swordfish you will see that the Vibo Valenti provence is an important part our our family life.

      Thanks for sharing…
      P

      Reply

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