Kafi Luz

Kafi Luz or Kafi Fertig is a Swiss coffee that is usually made with Träsch—fruit brandy produced from pear and apple pomace that is mainly enjoyed in Central Switzerland. The recipe includes a splash of fruit brandy (schnaps), sugar, boiling water, and instant coffee.

The drink should be pale and transparent, and it is typically served in a tall stemmed glass. This coffee was invented sometime in the 18th century when drinking schnaps was a common practice in Switzerland, especially in rural areas where each day would begin with a shot of brandy.

When the authorities tried to regulate excessive drinking and eventually banned distillation and consumption of alcohol, the people thought of a way how to disguise it by mixing it with coffee. Kafi Luz known under various names, and it comes in many variations that may include different proportions of ingredients and other types of brandy.