Coffee, Chocolate and Waffle Cones, a New Coffee Trend?

Sometimes it just takes a little bit of publicity for an idea to take off. This was the case for the Cronut, a donut-shaped, deep fried croissant. The first “cronut” wasn’t the first time that someone thought to deep fry laminated dough, but it was the first time that the treat came with some killer pr. The Alfred Cone doesn’t have as catchy of a name, but it is a new way to serve coffee that certainly has a lot of potential as a novel way to enjoy a quick cup of your favorite brew.

The Alfred Cone is a chocolate-rimmed waffle cone that is shaped like a small cup. They are being served up at Alfred Coffee & Kitchen on Melrose in Los Angeles as a novel way to enjoy an espresso or macchiato (other drinks are simply too large for the adorable and tasty cups). They’re a fun way to take your coffee because the chocolate rim melts as you sip, leaving you with a mini mocha with every mouthful. The edible cup is a upcharge from a regular espresso and it is currently being featured on a not-so-secret menu that you need to ask for (there is a photo near the register, in case you forget).

Not everyone is going to want to pay a few dollars more to enjoy their coffee this way, but the coffee shop reports that they are in pretty high demand with their customers. Many people want to try one just for the experience – not unlike first time Cronut-tasters – and those who are fans come back to them when they are feeling a little bit indulgent. The waffle cups are pretty easy to replicate, so keep an eye out for them at higher end cafes in your area. And if you do find some, try to see if you can add a small scoop of ice cream to yours, since the cup is the perfect way to enjoy an affogato.