Don’t Go to Work, Stay for Me

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🍓☕ Don’t Go to Work, Stay for Me
A Decadent Dessert Cocktail Worth Sleeping In For

Introduction
Sometimes a cocktail isn’t just a drink—it’s an experience. Rich, creamy, and indulgently sweet, “Don’t Go to Work, Stay for Me” is a seductive dessert cocktail that blends coffee and strawberry cream liqueurs for a drink that feels like a cozy invitation to hit snooze one more time. Perfect for brunch, date nights, or anytime you want something deliciously different.

Ingredients
1 oz KahlĂșa (or any coffee liqueur) – Deep, smooth coffee notes with a touch of sweetness

1 oz Tequila Rose (strawberry cream liqueur) – Creamy, fruity, and beautifully pink

1 oz half-and-half cream – Adds a velvety, balanced texture

1 cup ice (for shaking)

Fresh ice (optional, for serving on the rocks)

Maraschino cherries – For a classic, colorful garnish

Instructions
Fill your shaker: Add 1 cup of ice to a cocktail shaker.

Combine ingredients: Pour in the KahlĂșa, Tequila Rose, and half-and-half cream.

Shake well: Shake for 15–20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.

Strain:

Into a chilled cocktail glass for a sleek look

Or over fresh ice in a rocks glass for a more relaxed feel

Garnish: Add one or two maraschino cherries on a cocktail pick or drop them directly into the glass.

Tasting Notes
Aroma: Hints of roasted coffee and sweet strawberries

Flavor: Creamy and smooth, with coffee and strawberry notes dancing across your palate

Texture: Light, silky, and satisfying—like a grown-up milkshake for your favorite indulgent moment

Serving Ideas
Perfect for:

Romantic brunches

Cozy nights in

Dessert drink menus

Special occasions or celebrations

Best served in:

Coupe or martini glass for elegance

Rocks glass for a casual, on-the-ice experience

Creative Twists
Frozen Style: Blend all ingredients with crushed ice for a frozen treat

Chocolate Boost: Add œ oz chocolate liqueur for a chocolate-covered strawberry vibe

Vegan Version: Substitute with plant-based cream and vegan liqueurs

Alternative Names (Family-Friendly & Classy)
Stay for Me

Velvet Morning

Strawberries & Coffee

Breakfast Romance

Creamy Daydream

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