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Espresso Martini

Roasted coffee and sweetness lead, followed by enough bitterness to keep the Espresso Martini from reading simply as dessert. Shaking gives it a fuller, creamy-feeling texture even without making it heavy. It is an easy after-dinner choice for coffee drinkers, whereas a White Russian is richer and more overtly creamy.

CoffeeSweetCreamy

APPROX. ABV: 18%
STRENGTH: 3/5
DRINKABILITY: 4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness4

Bitterness3

Sourness0

Strength3

Body4

Drinkability4

Fruity0

Herbal0

Smoky1

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Vodka

25 ml Modifier

Method: Stir with ice and strain.
Glass: Highball or Coupe
Garnish: House garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Tiramisu

02Dark chocolate

03Vanilla desserts

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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