
Cocktail
Espresso Martini
L'Espresso Martini est un cocktail élégant et énergisant qui allie le goût riche du café espresso à la douceur de la vodka et à la liqueur de café. Servi dans un verre à martini, il est souvent garni de grains de café pour une touche décorative. Parfait pour les amateurs de café, ce cocktail offre une expérience à la fois stimulante et raffinée.
- café
- chocolaté
- velouté
- amer
- Prep Time
- 5 min
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- ABV
- 22%
- Yields
- 1 serving
Le Espresso Martini est un cocktail à base de vodka, reconnu pour ses notes café and chocolaté — parmi les "café" les plus recherchés. Prêt en seulement 5 minutes, idéal pour dîners élégants et simple à réaliser chez soi. Si vous cherchez "soirée", cette recette est pour vous.
Key Takeaways
What you’ll learn
- The Espresso Martini was invented by legendary bartender Dick Bradsell in 1983 at Frederick's Club in Soho, London.
- Fresh espresso (within 20 minutes of brewing) and vigorous 15-20 second shaking are essential for the signature foam layer.
- The classic recipe uses 2 oz vodka, 1 oz coffee liqueur, 1 oz fresh espresso, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- You can make excellent versions without an espresso machine using a Moka pot, AeroPress, or quality cold brew concentrate.
- Popular variations include Tequila, Baileys, Salted Caramel, and Vanilla — all built on the same vodka-espresso-liqueur scaffold.
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Ingredients
- Serves
- 1 serving
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Prep
- 5 min
- 5 clVodka
- 1 clKahlua
- 1 dashSugar syrup
Method
Preparation
- 01
Versez les ingrédients dans un shaker rempli de glace, secouez vigoureusement et filtrez dans un verre à martini refroidi.
Origin
History & Origins
In 1983, a young model walked into Fred's Club in London's Soho district and asked legendary bartender Dick Bradsell for a drink that would "wake me up, then mess me up." Bradsell, known for his innovative approach to mixology, grabbed vodka, coffee liqueur, sugar, and a fresh shot of espresso from the bar's newly installed coffee machine. The result was what he initially called the "Vodka Espresso," which later became the modern Espresso Martini we know today.
The drink experienced a renaissance in the 2010s and has since exploded in popularity. According to cocktail industry reports, Espresso Martini orders have surged over 300% in the past five years, making it one of the fastest-growing cocktails globally. Its appeal lies in the perfect marriage of sophistication and indulgence — combining coffee culture with cocktail culture in a single, photogenic glass.
According to cocktail industry reports, Espresso Martini orders have surged over 300% in the past five years, making it one of the fastest-growing cocktails globally.
The signature foam layer that crowns a properly made Espresso Martini is more than aesthetic. When you shake fresh espresso vigorously with ice, the agitation emulsifies the natural coffee oils. Combined with the CO₂ still present in freshly brewed espresso, those oils create the micro-bubbles that form the velvety crema on top. This is why fresh espresso is critical — the oils and gases dissipate within 20–30 minutes of brewing.
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Bartender’s Insight
Pro Tips
L'espresso doit être fraîchement tiré et encore chaud lorsqu'il est ajouté au récipient de mélange—cette température est critique pour l'émulsion qui crée la couche de crème caractéristique et la texture appropriée
From Marcus
Secouez complètement le mélange à sec (sans glace) pendant 15 secondes d'abord pour construire la mousse, puis ajoutez de la glace et secouez vigoureusement pendant 15 autres secondes pour bien refroidir et intégrer les saveurs
Versez dans un verre à martini refroidi pour préserver la couche de mousse dense qui définit la signature visuelle de la boisson et crée le rituel de sirotage d'abord à travers la crème
At the Table
Perfect Pairings
Beyond the Classic
Variations
Espresso Martini Affogato
Flotte de la glace à la vanille sur le dessus pour créer un hybride boisson-dessert avec contraste de température et douceur
Espresso Martini Glacé
Secouez sur de la glace et servez sur de la glace fraîche dans un verre rocks pour une consommation plus longue et moins de dégradation de la température
Espresso Martini Vietnamien
Utilise le café vietnamien avec du sirop de lait condensé sucré pour un caractère de café plus riche et complexe
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Questions
Frequently Asked
- The Espresso Martini has a flavor profile that is café, chocolaté, velouté, amer. It is crafted to balance these characteristics into a harmonious, satisfying drink that appeals to a wide range of palates.
- The Espresso Martini is ideal for dîners élégants, soirées entre amis, événements professionnels. Its flavor profile and presentation make it a versatile choice that works equally well as a social cocktail or a relaxed evening drink.
- Yes, there are several ways to adapt a Espresso Martini. If you cannot source Vodka, look for a similar alternative that matches its flavor profile. Keep in mind that substitutions may alter the balance of the cocktail, so start with a smaller quantity and adjust to taste. The variations section above lists popular alternatives bartenders use.
- Some of the most popular Espresso Martini variations include Espresso Martini Affogato, Espresso Martini Glacé, Espresso Martini Vietnamien. Each variation puts a unique twist on the original recipe while retaining the essential character of the classic cocktail.
- The Espresso Martini is traditionally served in a Cocktail glass. Using the right glassware is important because it affects the aroma, temperature retention, and overall drinking experience. If you do not have a Cocktail glass on hand, a similar shaped glass will work.
- Yes, a mocktail version of the Espresso Martini is possible. Replace the base spirit with a non-alcoholic spirit alternative (there are many quality options available) and keep all other components the same. The result will capture much of the original's flavor profile while being suitable for guests who prefer alcohol-free options.
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