Barsys
Dark & Minty
About
Dark & Minty flips the usual coffee-cocktail script. Instead of leaning into richness or dessert-like depth, this drink goes light, cooling, and surprisingly refreshing. Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur brings roasted coffee flavor without heaviness, while peppermint schnapps cuts through with a clean, cooling lift that instantly brightens the drink. A small amount of dark rum adds warmth and structure, keeping the cocktail grounded without weighing it down.
Finished with club soda and served tall over ice, Dark & Minty drinks more like a refreshing highball than a traditional coffee cocktail. It’s low on sweetness, high on balance, and easy to return to. This is the kind of drink that works just as well in the afternoon as it does early evening - a calm pick-me-up rather than a nightcap.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken, then topped. The shake integrates the coffee and mint cleanly before lengthening with soda.
What You'll Need
For one Dark & Minty Cocktail:
- 2 oz Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur
- 0.5 oz peppermint schnapps
- 0.5 oz dark rum
- Ice cubes
Optional garnish: Lemon wedge and Club soda (to top)
Pro tip: Keep the peppermint restrained - it should cool the coffee, not turn it into candy.
How to Make It
Prep time: 3 minutes
Skill level: Easy
- Add coffee liqueur, peppermint schnapps, and dark rum to a shaker with ice.
- Shake briefly until well chilled.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
Using Barsys Smart Cocktail Maker?
Barsys Coaster 2.0 Smart Cocktail Maker is perfect for Dark & Minty. Load the rum and coffee liqueur for precise pours, add peppermint schnapps, then shake. Topping with soda keeps the drink light and refreshing every time.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Coffee and mint can easily overpower each other if mismeasured. Barsys keeps the balance tight, ensuring the drink stays refreshing and clean instead of sharp or overly sweet.
Sip Setting
Perfect for afternoon sipping, relaxed weekends, or early evenings when you want something refreshing with just a hint of caffeine and depth.
Garnish Game
A simple lemon wedge adds brightness and contrast, lifting the aroma without distracting from the drink’s cool character.
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FAQs
Is this drink sweet?
No - it’s intentionally light and low-sugar.
Does it taste like mint chocolate?
No - the mint is clean and cooling, not dessert-like.
Can I skip the soda?
You can, but the drink will feel heavier.
Can I batch this cocktail?
Batch the base, top with soda when serving.
Is this a daytime drink?
Yes - that’s where it shines.