Espresso Martini

Written By Al Culliton

What can one say about this absolute juggernaut of a drink? Though it was invented by Dick Bradsell in 1990s London, it has had a second life in recent years. There are a great many ways to make one, and countless variations proffered by today’s bartenders, but I designed this one to be almost identical to Bradsell’s original spec, with a couple slight changes. I increased the syrup and opted to use vanilla syrup and I added just a touch of saline to enhance the drink’s flavors.

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. vodka
1 oz. espresso
½ oz. coffee liqueur
½ oz. vanilla syrup
4 drops saline solution

Garnish: three coffee beans

ABV LEVEL

Combine all in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously for 18-20 seconds. Double strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass and arrange three coffee beans atop the foam.

 
Al Culliton
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