Grind Rum Espresso Liqueur
Grind Rum Espresso Liqueur is the espresso shot with a rum soul — a 750mL bottle at 30% ABV from Grind Distilling Company in Norwalk, Connecticut. Where most coffee liqueurs sit on neutral spirit, Grind builds its foundation on Caribbean rum: medium-roasted Colombian Arabica espresso blended into rum, so every sip carries bold coffee up front and warm, molasses-rich rum behind it. It's available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 30% (60 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Base: Caribbean rum
- Coffee: medium-roasted Colombian Arabica espresso
- Distillery: Grind Distilling Company, Norwalk, Connecticut
- Awards: Bronze Medal, 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
The Rum-First Coffee Liqueur
The idea started simply: baristas and bartenders tasting coffee blends and spirits together until they found the pairing they loved. The winning combination was medium-roasted Colombian Arabica — chocolatey, never bitter — infused into smooth Caribbean rum. The rum base is what sets Grind apart from vodka-based coffee liqueurs: dark chocolate and toffee emerge mid-palate as the rum asserts itself, and the finish stays velvety rather than syrupy. A natural for espresso martinis, where the rum depth does what neutral spirit can't. Explore more Grind, browse the store's liqueurs, or compare with other coffee liqueurs.
Tasting Notes
Deep, rich brown. The aroma is fresh-pulled espresso with a hint of sweetness and warm molasses. The palate is smooth and full-bodied — bold espresso first, then dark chocolate and toffee as the rum base warms through. Long, elegant finish of roasted coffee and dark chocolate with a warm, rum-driven close.
How to Enjoy
The obvious move is an espresso martini — 2 oz Grind shaken hard with fresh espresso over ice. Also excellent neat over one large cube, drizzled over vanilla ice cream, or in a rum-forward Black Russian.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grind Rum Espresso Liqueur?
An espresso liqueur made by blending medium-roasted Colombian Arabica espresso with Caribbean rum, bottled at 30% ABV.
What makes it different from other coffee liqueurs?
The rum base — most coffee liqueurs use neutral vodka, while Grind's Caribbean rum adds molasses warmth, chocolate and spice.
What proof is Grind Espresso Shot?
60 proof (30% ABV).
Espresso, built on rum — order Grind Rum Espresso Liqueur online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.