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Mr Black Espresso Martini

A sophisticated blend of premium vodka, Mr Black coffee liqueur, fresh espresso, and simple syrup, shaken to silky perfection and topped with crema.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Modern Mixology
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces 45 ml vodka, premium quality
  • 0.75 ounces 22 ml Mr Black Coffee Liqueur
  • 1 ounce 30 ml fresh espresso, pulled immediately before mixing
  • 0.5 ounces 15 ml simple syrup or 1 teaspoon superfine sugar
  • Ice cubes for shaking

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or manual espresso maker
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring shot glass
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Coupe glass or martini glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Small cup for espresso

Method
 

  1. Pull a fresh single shot of espresso (1 ounce/30 ml) immediately before mixing to capture hot coffee and crema.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice cubes.
  3. Measure and pour 1.5 ounces (45 ml) vodka into the shaker.
  4. Add 0.75 ounces (22 ml) Mr Black Coffee Liqueur to the shaker.
  5. Add 0.5 ounces (15 ml) simple syrup or 1 teaspoon superfine sugar to balance the bitterness.
  6. Close the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds to aerate and chill the mixture.
  7. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass using a cocktail strainer.
  8. Slowly pour the hot espresso over the back of a bar spoon to create a crema layer on top.

Notes

Serve immediately to enjoy the crema at its peak and the temperature contrast of hot espresso over the cold cocktail.