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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