Espresso Martini

Base Spirit

Vodka

Flavour Type

Bitter, Rich

Cocktail Type

Modern

A cocktail made with vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and sugar syrup.

Origin/History

Created in the 1980s by Dick Bradsell in London.

Serving Instructions

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Occassion

Evening, Cocktail parties

Year of Creation

1980s

Classic/Modern

Modern

Garnishes

Coffee beans

Aroma

Rich Coffee, Vodka

Texture/Consistency

Silky, Robust

Pairings

Desserts, After dinner

Fun Facts

Attributed to the late 20th-century cocktail culture in London.

Shaking/Stirring Instructions

Shake well with ice

Ingredients

Vodka
Espresso
Coffee liqueur
Sugar syrup

Preparation Method

50 ml vodka
30 ml fresh espresso
20 ml coffee liqueur
5 ml sugar syrup

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Drink Creator

Dick Bradsell

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