Gibraltar

Sep 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Gibraltar in a ceramic mug on an oak patio table

A Gibraltar is a balanced espresso drink featuring a double espresso shot combined with equal parts steamed whole milk, served hot in a small glass.

Prep 5 min

Cook 1 min

Total 6 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
2 ½ fl oz (74.0 ml)whole milk

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Instructions

Extract the 18 g of finely ground espresso to yield about 36 g of espresso.
Steam the whole milk to about 160°F (71°C) until it is smooth and slightly textured.
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso glass, maintaining a roughly 1:1 milk to espresso ratio.
Serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh, quality espresso beans for the best flavor. If steamed milk is not available, gently warm the milk but avoid overheating to preserve sweetness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make gibraltar?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 1 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make gibraltar ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make gibraltar dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A Gibraltar is a balanced espresso drink featuring a double espresso shot combined with equal parts steamed whole milk, served hot in a small glass.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

47 Calories / serving

2.5g Fat

3.8g Carbs

2.5g Protein

3.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~47 cal · 3g fat · 4g carbs · 3g protein · 4g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 47 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 9 min·0.5 mi·~1050 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 6 min·0.3 mi·~600 steps
Moderate cycling 5 min·1.0 mi
Swimming laps 7 min
Jogging 5 min·0.4 mi·~800 steps
Stair climbing 4 min·~350 steps
Dancing 8 min
Bodyweight circuit training 5 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 11 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.