The Il Bombardino is a winter cocktail that is said to have been created in the mid-1900s by a bartender at a ski resort in Lombardia, Italy. Although the recipe has evolved over the years, this version published in the book Winter Warmers: 60 Cosy Cocktails for Autumn & Winter by Jassy Davis is based on the most popular. It’s typically made in batches and served warm in small espresso cups, and it uses a homemade Dutch liqueur called Advocaat, brandy, whipped cream, and sometimes espresso.
Add Advocaat and brandy to a saucepan.
Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes while stirring until steaming.
Using a ladle, pour mixture into four espresso cups.
Top with espresso.
Using a bar spoon, gently stir each cocktail for 3-5 seconds.
Garnish with whipped cream and cocoa powder.