Modern Classic

Espresso Martini

Served in a coupe glass · ~204 cal

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Espresso Martini

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Vodka
  • 30 ml Coffee liqueur e.g. Kahlúa, Mr. Black
  • 30 ml Espresso
  • 10 ml Sugar syrup
  • Garnish Three coffee beans

Preparation

  1. Shake all ingredients vigorously with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
  3. Garnish with three coffee beans.

Origin Story

The Espresso Martini was invented in the 1980s by bartender Dick Bradsell in London, who wanted to create a drink that combined the effects of caffeine with the pleasure of a cocktail. It quickly became a modern classic, celebrated for its unique blend of flavors.

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