Today it’s hard to find someone who doesn’t like coffee. Some admirers of this drink prepare it according to special recipes, and one of them is “Raf” coffee. If you do not believe that “Raf” coffee is the best drink in the world, read our article and see for yourself.
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“Rough” coffee: what kind of drink, history of appearance
“Raf” coffee is a kind of coffee drink, which stands out for its unusual taste and aroma. You won’t believe it, but the story of Raf coffee is connected with Russia. As it turned out, we can also surprise gourmets. So how did it all begin? It all began in Moscow in the 96th year in a small institution called Coffee-Bean, located near the Kuznetskiy Most metro station.
The American style was used in the creation of the coffee house, so there were many foreigners among visitors to this establishment. And then one day a certain Raphael visited a coffee shop, who did not like cappuccino too much. He asked the barista if he could treat him with something special. What the barista simply combined espresso, sweet sand with vanilla flavor and not too greasy cream. Rafael was so pleased with the cocktail that he became a frequent visitor to the coffee shop.
Other guests also appreciated the novelty and began to order coffee "like Raf." Such a name for the new masterpiece sounded not very attractive, so over time it was transformed into “Rough” coffee.
The drink recipe quickly spread throughout Russia, and a little later far beyond its borders. Therefore, today “Raf” can be found in almost every corner of the world. A distinctive feature of the cocktail is that it is prepared by mixing all the components.Due to this, coffee is obtained with an exquisite taste of creme brulee and a pleasant aroma of cream.
Difference of "Rough" coffee from cappuccino
The composition of “Raf” coffee, as well as the well-known cappuccino and latte cocktails, is espresso, as well as fresh milk (cream) and regular white sugar. But, despite the similar composition, “Raf” does not look like its coffee “colleagues”.
- So, milk is used for cappuccino, which is whipped separately, and then poured into espresso.
- For latte, milk is also taken, part of which is whipped, and part is heated. The cocktail is laid out in layers: warm milk, espresso and a “cap” of whipped milk.
- And for our today's hero they use only cream that gives it a delicate taste.
According to the structure, “Raf” is more airy, as the components of coffee are whipped simultaneously. For latte, on the contrary, it is important not to mix the components.
Classic recipe at home
Over its short-lived history, the classic Raf recipe for coffee has not changed. True, today there are many variations of its preparation using other components. But more on that later, but for now it’s worth learning how to make Raf coffee in the traditional way in your own kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 35 ml espresso;
- half a teaspoon of sweet sand and as much vanilla;
- 110 ml cream;
- gram of cinnamon.
We will need cold cream with 11% fat. Also, a pitcher is used to make this drink. This is a special jug-milkman, where the drink is poured and the cappuccino machine is immersed, after which the milk turns into lush foam.
Modern coffee machines already have built-in cappuccinators. But if you do not have such a device at home, then you can do with a conventional blender.
Cooking method:
- So, the first thing you mix with a blender is cream and two types of sugar until lush foam, then pour in espresso and once again thoroughly mix everything.
- Pour “Rough” into a warm glass or cup and sprinkle it with fragrant spice on top.
Citrus "Rough" coffee
Raf coffee is a drink created spontaneously, so there is nothing surprising in the fact that it served as the beginning for creating new original recipes. For example, today you can try the citrus "Rough" with an enriched flavoring bouquet.
Ingredients:
- 55 ml espresso;
- 110 ml cream;
- 25 ml of orange juice;
- teaspoon of sweet sand.
Cooking method:
- First of all, brew espresso. If you are making coffee in a Turk, then the finished drink needs to be filtered.
- Then slightly warm the cream, combine with other components and shake thoroughly.
- For the recipe, you can take freshly squeezed juice, the main thing is that the pulp does not penetrate into the finished drink. You can also use orange sugar instead of nectar, which must be mixed with a regular sweetener. True, in such a drink you will not feel the acidity of citrus, only its aroma.
Honey Flavored Drink
To enjoy a delicious and aromatic drink, it is not necessary to go to a cafe, because everyone can cook “Raf”, even without being a barista.
We will not use sugar in this recipe, but replace it with a more useful product - honey. With such a natural sweetener, coffee is delicate and especially palatable.
Ingredients:
- 55 ml espresso;
- 110 g cream;
- 25 ml of honey.
Cooking method:
- For cooking, you can take more fat cream, but do not forget about calories, especially if you follow the figure.
- Beat the espresso, honey and cream and pour into a cappuccino cup.
Cooking with vanilla
If you don’t have a coffee machine at home, this should not prevent you from getting aromatic “Raf” coffee. All you need is to brew strong black coffee, prepare all the ingredients on the list and pick up a blender.
Ingredients:
- 10 g finely ground coffee;
- 55 ml of water;
- 110 ml cream;
- 10 g of sand;
- vanilla.
The classic Raf recipe uses vanilla sugar.For a richer flavor, it’s still better to take vanilla rather than scented sand.
Cooking method:
- So, first of all, brew espresso. Of course, you can take ordinary instant coffee, but a real coffee lover will immediately feel the difference. Pour a spoonful of ground coffee beans into a turk, pour them with water and brew a strong drink.
- Filter the freshly brewed coffee, pour warm cream into it, fill in the sweet sand and vanilla. Shake until foam appears.
- Pour the finished drink into a transparent cup and enjoy its creamy taste and aroma of vanilla.
Coconut Rough Coffee
Below is an exotic “Rough” with real island flavor. It also combines the taste of delicate cream, but with a coconut flavor that reminds everyone of the famous chocolate bounty dessert.
For the recipe you will need coconut milk, but if you could not find such a drink in the store, do it yourself!
To do this, take about 100 g of coconut flakes, fill it with water (half a cup will be enough) and then simmer on low heat for no more than five minutes from the moment of boiling. Then we filter the milk and store in the refrigerator for two days.
Ingredients for Coconut Rough Coffee:
- 120 ml of black coffee;
- 110 ml of coconut milk;
- sweet sand to taste.
Cooking method:
- Pour strong freshly brewed black coffee into coconut milk, pour in the sweetener and shake with a blender until lush foam appears.
- Pour the finished drink into a cup and, if desired, decorate with coconut flakes.
With cream cheese
If one recipe for “Raf” coffee that you must definitely try, involves the use of soft cheese.
For creamy "Rafa", such varieties as Mascarpone, Philadelphia, Ricotta or any cottage cheese are suitable.
Ingredients:
- 40 ml espresso;
- 110 ml cream;
- 55 g cream cheese;
- teaspoon of sugar;
- a pinch of salt;
- ginger, nutmeg and cinnamon to taste and if desired.
Cooking method:
- Heat the cream, put the cheese in them and beat until it is completely melted.
- Then pour the espresso, pour salt and sugar. You can add other spices if desired.
- Foam all the ingredients again until foam and serve in a transparent glass or cup.
Raf coffee can be prepared with different tastes. Variety of the drink can be sweet syrups, but cinnamon, sweet powder or cocoa is better to use for serving the drink.
