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Espresso Martini

A rich, coffee-flavoured cocktail with vodka and espresso.

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Espresso Martini

Description

The Espresso Martini is one of the most seductive modern cocktails, combining the intense aroma of freshly brewed espresso with the smooth strength of vodka and the rich sweetness of coffee liqueur. Created to be both energising and indulgent, it delivers a flavour that is bold, velvety, and deeply satisfying from the very first sip. The dark coffee notes bring depth and intensity, while the subtle sweetness rounds the drink into something elegant rather than overpowering. Topped with its signature silky crema, it looks every bit as refined as it tastes, making it an instant favourite for coffee lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike.

What makes the Espresso Martini so captivating is its perfect balance of sophistication and pleasure. It feels equally at home as an after-dinner drink, a late-night indulgence, or a stylish pick-me-up before an evening out. Rich, smooth, and full of character, it offers the comforting familiarity of coffee with the glamour of a classic cocktail, creating a drink that feels both modern and timeless.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Vodka
  • 25 ml Espresso (freshly brewed)
  • 25 ml Coffee Liqueur
  • 10 ml Sugar syrup
  • 3 pieces Coffee Beans (for garnish)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Brew the espresso and let it cool briefly while you chill the martini glasses.
  2. Measure into a shaker: 50 ml Vodka, 25 ml Coffee Liqueur, 25 ml Espresso, 10 ml Sugar syrup.
  3. Add ice, seal the shaker and shake hard for 10–15 seconds, until very cold and foamy.
  4. Strain promptly into the chilled martini glasses so the foam settles on top.
  5. Set three coffee beans on the foam in each glass and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Martini Glass
Martini Glass (Recommended)

A classic V-shaped cocktail glass for iconic served-up drinks.

120–220 ml Stemmed V-shaped bowl.

Best for: Martini, Cosmopolitan, Espresso Martini, Lemon Drop, Appletini.

Garnish: Works well with olives, citrus twists, cocktail onions, or neat rim presentation.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

A stylish alternative with less spill risk.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

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