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InternationalEspresso Martini
The glossy, coffee-topped classic shown three ways. Basic leans on instant coffee and supermarket vodka, while the ultimate uses a freshly pulled espresso and a proper coffee liqueur for a velvety, café-quality finish.
Vegetarian
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Contains alcohol
Ultimate version
Premium vodka, a freshly pulled espresso and Mr Black cold-brew liqueur.
Per serving£6.50
Total cost£6.50
Time15 min
Ingredients for 1
- 50 ml premium vodka , such as Belvedere or Grey Goose
- 20 ml Mr Black cold brew coffee liqueur
- 30 ml freshly pulled espresso , single origin, cooled 2 min
- 10 ml vanilla sugar syrup
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt , to balance
- ice cubes , large, dense cubes to shake
- To serve
- 3 espresso beans , to garnish
Method
- Chill a coupe glass in the freezer well ahead of time.
- Pull a fresh single shot of espresso and rest it for 2 minutes so the bitterness mellows.
- Add the vodka, Mr Black, espresso, vanilla syrup and a tiny pinch of salt to a shaker packed with ice.
- Shake aggressively for 30 seconds until the tin is frosted and the mix is silky.
- Double-strain into the frozen coupe through a fine mesh to capture only the finest foam.
- Let it settle for 10 seconds so the crema lifts, then float three espresso beans in a neat triangle.
Equipment
- espresso machine
- cocktail shaker
- fine mesh strainer
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Supermarket vodka, instant coffee and a value coffee liqueur.
Better
Decent vodka, real Kahlua and a moka-pot coffee for a proper crema.
Ultimate
Premium vodka, a freshly pulled espresso and Mr Black cold-brew liqueur.
