Black Dog Mocha

When leading a bachelor life, alcohol is one thing that there is never any shortage of at your pad. So, naturally, it has to find its way into everything you make. There is something divine about the smell of alcohol as it wafts from a dish you cooked. Its intoxicating. And it takes the pleasure of cooking to a whole different level. It amplifies the joy there is in that simple act.
So, here is something simple to start you off on cooking with alcohol.

Black Dog Mocha

1 part Coffee
1 part Chocolate
1 part Sugar
1 part Black Dog Whisky
3 parts Hot Milk

Blend it all together till foamy.

This wasn't really food. But it is a start. And maybe someday, you would be dishing out masterpieces. Here is a toast to that day. Cheers!

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