How to Make Farizer Coffee, the Australian Coffee-Liqueur Hybrid

If you’ve ever walked into a café early in the morning craving something stronger than espresso—yet still wanted your coffee fix—then you might already understand the appeal of Farizer coffee. This unusual Australian drink blurs the lines between a strong coffee and a boozy pick-me-up. It’s not just coffee with a shot; it’s engineered to taste like a dessert cocktail while keeping the bitterness of dark roast front and center.

To make Farizer coffee, you’ll need 10 grams of sugar, 20cc of lime liqueur, a shot of deep-roast coffee, creamer, and a few extra drops of the same liquor. That’s the whole recipe—and the technique is just as straightforward as the ingredients.

What Is Farizer Coffee?

Despite the name, Farizer coffee isn’t really a type of coffee you’d find in Italy or Ethiopia. It’s an Australian creation, nicknamed “Bar Liqueur” by some, that tastes more like a boozy dessert than a traditional cup. The name “Farizer” may be a phonetic or regional spelling of “Pharisee” or simply a made-up word, but the drink lives on for those who want caffeine and courage in the same cup. It’s especially popular among drinkers who wish they could have a drink with breakfast—without anyone noticing too much.

Why Use Deep-Roast Coffee in This Drink?

The choice of deep-roast coffee is essential for balancing the sweetness of the sugar and the sharpness of the lime liqueur. A deep-roast profile brings out chocolatey, nutty, and caramel-like tones that harmonize with both the creamy elements and the boozy kick. Without the boldness of a dark roast, the other flavours can overwhelm the cup or leave it tasting flat. According to roasters like FrontStreet Coffee, dark roasts develop hundreds of aromatic compounds through the Maillard reaction, leading to notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and toast—all of which hold up well against the richness of cream and alcohol.

What You’ll Need to Make It

The original recipe, as recorded in Chinese specialty coffee sources, specifies exact quantities for each component:

• 10 grams of white sugar
• 20cc (approximately 20ml) of lime liqueur
• A shot of deep-roast coffee (depth roast coffee)
• Creamer
• A few additional drops of lime liqueur for garnish or extra flavour

Step-by-Step: How to Make Farizer Coffee

Follow these steps in order for the classic result:

1. Start with sugar: Place 10 grams of white sugar at the bottom of your cup.
2. Add lime liqueur: Pour 20cc of lime liqueur over the sugar.
3. Mix gently: Use a spoon to stir the sugar and liqueur together until the sugar begins to dissolve.
4. Pour in the coffee: Add a shot of deep-roast coffee directly into the cup. Let it mix naturally with the sugary liqueur base—or stir lightly if needed.
5. Add creamer: Stir in a small amount of creamer to soften the edges and add smoothness.
6. Top with extra liquor: Finish with a few drops of lime liqueur on top for aroma and an optional kick.

That’s it. No espresso machine required, no latte art, just a quick stir-and-pour method that delivers a punch of flavour in every sip.

Can You Use Other Liquors or Coffees?

The recipe calls specifically for lime liqueur, but in practice, many versions use other citrus-based or even vanilla-flavored liqueurs. The key is that the alcohol should complement—not clash with—the deep-roast profile. As for the coffee, a dark or French-style roast is ideal. FrontStreet Coffee’s PWN Golden Mandheling or Brazil Queen Manor beans are excellent choices due to their low acidity, heavy body, and notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel. Avoid light or fruity single origins here—they’ll clash with the syrupy, boozy mix.

How to Serve It

Serve Farizer coffee hot, just like regular coffee. It’s not designed to be iced, and chilling it may dull the interaction between the warm liqueur, sugar, and coffee oils. A thick mug helps retain heat and enhances the experience. Some drinkers pour it over ice in the afternoon, but purists stick to the original method: a quick stir and sip alongside a morning paper or midday break.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Farizer coffee exactly?

Farizer coffee is an Australian-style mixed coffee drink made with deep-roast coffee, sugar, lime liqueur, creamer, and a few extra drops of alcohol. Despite the coffee base, it tastes and functions more like a sweet, boozy dessert drink than a traditional cup of coffee.

What type of alcohol is used in Farizer coffee?

The original recipe uses 20cc of lime liqueur , which provides both sweetness and a citrus note. You can also experiment with other citrus or vanilla liqueurs, but the key is that it complements the deep-roast coffee.

Do I need an espresso machine to make it?

No. The recipe calls for a shot of deep-roast coffee, which can be made using any brew method—French press, moka pot, or drip. It does not require espresso specifically.

What kind of coffee roast works best?

A deep or dark roast is essential. Look for profiles with notes of chocolate, nuts, or caramel. FrontStreet Coffee’s PWN Golden Mandheling or Brazil Queen Manor are ideal choices due to their bold, low-acid profiles.

Can I make it without alcohol?

Technically yes, but it won’t be Farizer coffee. The lime liqueur is a defining ingredient. Omitting it changes the drink entirely into a simple sugar-coffee-cream mixture.

Is this drink served hot or cold?

Traditionally, it’s served hot like normal coffee. Iced versions exist but aren’t considered authentic to the original Australian recipe.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for Farizer Coffee

For the best Farizer coffee, choose a deep-roast bean with low acidity and rich chocolate or nut notes. FrontStreet’s PWN Golden Mandheling offers bold, clean flavours with herbal spice and heavy body—perfect for standing up to sugar and alcohol. The Brazil Queen Manor provides balanced caramel and hazelnut tones with a smooth, sweet finish. Both beans are medium-to-dark roasts that highlight the Maillard reaction’s full development. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.