I still have ptsd from when my dad told me that he scheduled my birth in order to more effectively write me off his taxes, so I know exactly how that spro machine feels rn

Hearing this man be angry enough to call a piece of glassware a "bastard cup" is the exact reason I watch these as soon as I can

It's not often I go context-heavy, but I think half the fun of ordering stuff with obscure names is actually knowing all the background behind it. Skip to 1:50 for the super-simple recipe. (Shake a double shot of espresso with a pinch of salt, a shot of Licor 43, and a handful of ice before straining into a tiny coupe glass.)

As a bartender, I’ve noticed carajillos becoming pretty popular in the last year, or at least they are here in Texas. I always offer to shake it for the exact same reasons you outlined here. It turns it into one of the only somewhat popular drinks that’s actually god-tier. Also, as a bartender, I feel your hatred of martini glasses in the deepest depths of my soul

I love how a double shot is the bare minimum for espresso nowadays and is now just called “a shot”. Like what lunatic pulls a literal single shot 😂

Recipe aside, the whole video was just exceptionally well done. Content, delivery, graphics, execution, clever ending: so. damn. good. 👏

Had Licor 43 for the first time in Mexico this summer, and was instantly sold. Such a smooth, tasty drink.

solid video. i always stick around for the ad reads because you actually seem to put effort into them and vet them.

I picked up a bottle of 43 on a whim/recommendation as a rum mixer alternative. It's neat, but my trash palette struggles to find the difference sometimes. Thanks for giving me a new reason to use it!

The IRS agent watching this, sipping their shakerato: "I'll allow it."

Wow. I just bought some 43 and made one. AMAZING! I've been looking for a coffee cocktail that doesn't have cream or cream liquor. So glad you introduced this to me. Thank you!!

Great video! Nice too see you made it back, keep the video’s coming!

i really love carajillos, we make them at work a lot because they're on our desert drink menu. a mint or cinnamon garnish can work really well, and recently i added just a dash of chocolate syrup to someone's carajillo on request and it was amaaazing, so that's definitely worth trying!

a new internet shaquille video posted only 4 minutes ago?!? the sweet taste of fresh content!!

briefly imagined a shaq hoff collab vid and was very pleased, awesome vid and i love the coffee content!

Nice to see that you have a bambino and I’m validated in my choice. It’s like Fantano recommending an album I already like.

I always enjoy your content, enthusiasm, and snark. Thanks.

Just as a I was looking for a cocktail recipe to use with my new bottle of Licor 43. Thanks!

love this video! also i love cometeer. i love how judicious you are with brand deals! it's much appreciated.

We used to do this but with rum as well, but really you can use pretty much any liquer, seriously: I’ve made espresso martinis with even midori and somehow its perfectly drinkable. Frangelico is fun for a hazelnut one, as are dark berry or chocolate liquers but its worth trying anything you can get your hands on

Thank you for the video sir. Top notch work

I drink very little coffee OR alcohol. However, your content is always fascinating and educational, so here I am

I had my first Carajillo shakerato this summer and it was a great Sunday afternoon drink

This is awesome I'll have to try it out. I tried to make so many carajillos with my Licor 43 and always found it too viscious and cloying to make a good cocktail even tho I had an amazing carajillo that inspired me to make this drink. It makes me think maybe it's important to have really hot coffee mixed with it first but idk. Will try this out and see how it goes, thanks!

These look so good!

My fav drink! Over here in Mexico I've had corn carajillos, guava carajillos, hot chilli carajillos, etc. Definitely a delicious and versatile drink.

You should have a look in similar cold coffee which is served in Greece, it's called Freddo Espresso and it's neater, it's also foamy , no milk added, only sugar if you wish

Sweet video! Definitely going to try this once I pick up a bottle of 43. Since you mentioned that the Carajillo Shakerato has much more complexity than an espresso martini (and I agree, vodka isn’t really my “complex” alcohol of choice), here’s a recipe for an espresso martini you could try that might be a little more interesting, but only because of the specific liqueur: 1.5 oz vodka (just slightly less than this, actually) 1 oz espresso liqueur 1 shot of espresso 2 dashes Mole bitters The vodka used here is Boyd and Blair, a potato vodka which is mostly flavorless, pretty smooth, and just a little sweet. The espresso liqueur is Cantera Negra Cafe, which is the real star of the drink. It’s an espresso liqueur which uses agave as the base spirit, and it really adds some fun flavors to an otherwise potentially boring drink. I use only a single shot of espresso, but I’m pulling mine from a Flair Neo, so it might be larger than your single shots. If you can’t find Mole bitters, I have used Fee Brothers “Aztec Chocolate” bitters, which are also good. Shake all with ice quite vigorously, and double strain into a coupe. Apologies for the weird measurements, my friend and I have been trying to recreate this cocktail from when we had it in a bar a long time ago and this is the closest we’ve got so far. Probably not perfect though, so feel free to experiment, you might make a better one.

Finally a vid in this one - thank you Shaq!! Espresso boys ☕️☕️☕️

During warm days I love to wake up to an iced coffee, and shaking anything over ice is the best way to cool it down. No espresso machine for me, so a double serving aeropress is what I go with. Shaken with whole milk and artificial sweetener or amaretto if I'm feeling fancy. I'll definitely be adding Licor 43 to my shopping list.

I’ve truly never been let down by a netshaq vid but this is my sweet spot. Can’t wait to give it a go.

I was so hoping for a James Hoffmann reference as soon as I saw the title of the vid and you did not disappoint!

A concise and thorough video with a relevant, quick and appealing sponsor plug?? Have I just found THE PERFECT KZfaq VIDEO?!?

I love these. I thought a Carajillo was always served foamy because that is how they made them when I went to Mazatlan. The small amount of alcohol served with a shot of espresso was a pretty decent hangover cure drink.

A few lines of angostura bitters dragged across the foam is a sexy, and welcome garnish for me. Tried it, Yuma luma ding dong. Should try it if you got them.

I drink neither coffee or alcohol, yet I will still watch any and all Shaq videos and manage to learn something every time!

In Greece they call espresso shaken with ice and sugar Fredo Espresso. It's the only thing anyone drinks. They even have Fredo Cappuccino where they cold foam the milk with a special blender and gently pour it over the shaken espresso.

🎉🎉🎉 was waiting for this to happen! get a bottomless portafilter shaqqy and delve into this dark foamy madness with me ☕️

Morning, just a few mind notes from the Video. A classic here in germany when we were younger, cold milk with a shot of liquer43. Delicious! Also as a coffee snob who also likes shakeratos a few notes. I dont want to fuss with salt, so I just got myself a cheap dropper bottle from the pharmacie for 1€ or so, and prepped the saline solution once (20g Salt/100ml water). The bottle is small, doesnt go bad, and is always handy. Just 2 dropps every time. More effecient and clean than guessing the salt and dirting the fingers with a pinch. And it also has other uses for other drinks. Highly recommend having a saline solution as a staple in the kitchen. Also, i would advise against using the leveler on your tamper. It has been shown time and time again that this worsens the coffee. Just tamping would yield better results =) If you really want to go the extra mile on the shot, a 3€ WDT Tool is a 10sec way to improve every shot. Lastly, on the shakerato i would recommend getting a light roasted, fruity african coffee just for that. I completley understand everyone who doesnt like the sour modern coffees, but here it works wonders. No bitterness, just tart, refreshing, fruity vibes with the sweet notes from the 43. And yes, this also works in a mocca pot =) In the end, as long as the guests and yourself like it the way it is, everything can stay the same. Just thought on noting it down =)

Check out the Barraquito! It's a drink from the Canary Islands also made with coffee and Licor 43! Absolutely amazing

why is this man's videos always so damn good?

Me and my dad make a different version which instead of a espresso shot, we use café de olla (which is basically coffee+cinammon water) and it is imo, best drink for after dinnner

That’s what they called me in high school (thank you for the much needed update)

Had a Carajillo for the first time 6 months ago in San Diego. Great post meal drink!

You can actually make something like nitro cold brew by dumping a shot, water and ice into a pitcher and then using your steam wand to froth it like you would froth milk. It was kinda trendy in coffee circles for like a month last year as an "aerocano," a play on an Americano. I bet you could do the same for this cocktail as well if you don't have/want to use a cocktail shaker.

Welcome to the world of home espresso! What grinder are you using?

I'm so glad someone else feels the pain of wanting an espresso machine, and being told that "the best espresso experience" isn't available unless you are willing to spend at least 300+$

In Canary Islands we call it Barraquito Especial or Saperoco.

the shakerato is made in a similar way to what we in Greece call a freddo espresso minus the icecubes that we put in it.

espresso martini is the best, especially if one bothers to make your own coffee liquor. Higher abv is also a plus, not a minus. Going to try making espresso martini with rum one of these days though.

While on the topic of Licor 43 and coffee, you should have included the Spanish Barraquito, a beautiful amalgation of Coffee, Milk as well as condensed milk and Licor 43. Process is as following: Take a large tall glass to the bottom add about a tablespoon or so of sweetened condensed milk (the stuff you use for key lime pie) add a shot of Licor 43 2 shots of espresso or coffee top off the glass with foamed milk Serve unstirred with a long spoon becuase it looks cool, drink it stirred though.

surprised you didn’t go with a Flair manual espresso machine, it seems up your alley!

I got some cometeer from your dry ice vid. I absolutely loathe subscription services but I still recommend it to friends because I don’t think there is another option that comes close to the quality and convenience. I did cancel the subscription after my first shipment though, I’ll buy more when I’m ready, not on an inflexible schedule that the company provides.

Try a Kaffe Karlsson (Coffee Carlsson). Coffee, Bailey's, Cointreau. Whipped cream and brown sugar on top.

I was served Licor 43 at a Brazillian steakhouse, and it was set on fire and burned for a while to caramelize the sugar. Sipping gingerly on a half shot of that was dessert enough for me after all the beef.

Nice write-off video king!

so fun fact: the two differently sized metal cups method is in fact called a boston shaker (although boston shakers are purpose made with specific dimension). they’re a popular choice among professionals because they’re unlikely to freeze closed and are relatively quicker to work with. the only real downside is the slightly more complicated operation and the requirement for an external strainer.

Cool style bro

I love your sponsor segways so much. They're not the mindfuck garbage every other youtuber insists on doing.

You changed my life with that Mr. Bali Hai recommendation so I'm very excited to experiment with Licor 43. These cocktail videos feel heavily targeted to exactly my tastes.

I can't really drink more than a couple of sips of alcohol because it bothers my skin, but I might still give that shakerato a go!

I've just been putting Four Loko into my coffee but I keep waking up on top of the Hungry Howies roof. I'll have to give this a try!

"43 y coca cola" was my go-to fancy drink when I was a high-school exchange student in Spain back in '86. Good times.

I don't drink coffee. I don't know why I'm here. Well I do, it's because I love how you explain things even when I'm not interested in them.

Hey I have Licor 43, it was flirting with me from the shelf for several years before I actually bought it.

Gaggia classic pro is the best cheap entry level machine bought new - it's cheaper than the bambino plus and uses a standard 58mm portafilter. Used older gaggia classic variants can be had for less than $100 with great parts availability for machines even 40+ years old

So glad I’m not the only one that really hates martini glasses

We need to get this man a cocktail shaqer

Could you use gum syrup to make the foam more substantial, or would that make the body of the drink too thick?

I love Licor 43 but I can't do coffee due to anxiety. But this looks like so much fun!

I've seen that aerated coffee idea in Cyrpus too, it's called a frappe there. So potentially you could say this is a triple culture fusion

In Germany 43 with cold milk was a thing around 10 years ago. Not the worst drink

Pull the shot over ice, steam it. It sounds so wrong but tastes so good, the steaming makes it even more airy and like nitro cold brew.

I'm one of those real ones 🤣 I immediately thought that, similar to your Backyard pizza oven. Much love, Victor 🤌

embr mug is to mugs as peppercannon is to peppermill

You gotta give that steam wand a clean my guy

Would cold brew ice cubes work to make sure that the drink isn't diluted by the hot coffee melting regular ice cubes?

Fun fact! In Greece we call the "Shakerato" a "Freddo Esspesso"

My first and one of my fav alcoholic beverages is equal parts cold black coffee and vodka, and I feel like more people my age are realizing that bitter coffee + alcohol is good

I know I'll never make this (because fuck paying 500 for a fancy coffee maker) but this guy never ceases to engross me in whatever he talks about

pro tip: carefully place 3 halved roasted coffee beans in the center of the drink before serving. It adds to the presentation and gives you a bomb of coffee on the nose (ie flavor) with every sip.

I don't drink but I do love you Internet Shaquille

I do not own an espresso machine, and when making espresso cocktails, the foam/crema (I’m an idiot, please don’t lambast me) is very absent on the finished drink. I have tried to use egg white in a shaker to help with this, but still have not found a good result. Would a nitrogen whipped cream canister help with mitigating this absence? I was thinking using some espresso concentrate and whipped cream would make a good substitute? Thanks for any suggestions

The aim of the game here is to keep the drink cold for as long as possible. The next time you make it put your glasses in the freezer first whilst your making it (make it the first thing you do). By the time you use the glasses they will be nice and frosty, and will chill the drink down even further and will be even tastier.

The shakerado can 100% be made without sugar for anyone wondering, more like a Freddo Americano, super tasty and foamy :)

I’ve looked at espresso machines and decided I’ll stick with Moka pot coffee lol. I know it’s not espresso but if it’s good enough for the Italians it’s good enough for me

licor 43 sounds goddamn delicious and i cannot wait to try it next time i drink

As a Spaniard, I want to note a couple of things: - A carajillo's true form is with brandy de Jerez (our own cognac), a teaspoon of sugar and a few (3?) coffee grains and cinnamon stick which gets flambéed. Most bars are lazy and just settle for coffe+brandy, which is what older people drink in the morning. - Licor 43 is the base of a delicious coffee based cocktail in Cartagena, Licor 43's hometown: the Asiático. It's like the flambéed carajillo, but it also includes a lemon rind and its sweetener is not sugar, but condensed milk. Drank boiling hot in one of the hottest parts of the peninsula.

I love you so much lmao, my new drink

SHAQ FINALLY DID IT TO EM’

where'd you get the shirt?

Hey Shaq, what's the music you used in this video ? Thanks in advance

4:20 It's not simply just a fusion between Italy, Spain and whatever origin the bean comes from. It's a Mediterranean Being

Very common here in Spain

I'm not sure about US prices but the LA Pavoni Europiccola is IMO by far the best entry level machine. The easiest machine to repair/maintain, as long as you have access to replacement parts it will last forever. Used machines, even non functional are a great budget option because of the easy repairability. It might not be the easiest to pull your first great shot but after the first few weeks you will have fantastic espresso every day. The hand lever gives you the ability to pressure profile your shots like with machines that cost several thousands. It's not great at making more than 3 cappuccinos at a time but it still should be enough for most home setups.

Dear Mr Shaq, no videos in 3 weeks got me having the DTs

Flair Signature is the cheapest best espresso machine out there. Granted, it's manual, but it makes 10/10 espressos, and is only $200 with the pressure gauge kit.

love you and hames joffman

What a way to wake up!

Pro tip, if you don't have an espresso machine, you can get a similar flavor with good quality instant coffee mixed at double strength to the instructions. Also if you're looking to be really fancy and pretentious, you can enhance the presentation by floating a one or two coffee beans on the foam.