Celebrate National Espresso Martini Day

By Chilled Magazine

According to recent poll of our Chilled 100 Bartenders, the Espresso Martini is the second most asked for cocktail in bars these days, following closely behind an Old Fashioned.  We celebrate this modern classic cocktail on March 15th, National Espresso Martini Day.

Originally made with vodka (named the Vodka Espresso) the Espresso Martini was created in 1983 by bartender Dick Bradsell at Soho Brasserie. Since that time, the cocktail has been riffed on endlessly, but the variation that replaces vodka with cognac arguably is one of the most well-balanced combinations making for a highly sophisticated Espresso Martini every time. The combination of rich cognac flavors paired with coffee is a match made in heaven.  

 

Of course, no matter the variation, our favorite Espresso Martini is garnished with three coffee beans—one representing a toast to health, one to wealth and one to happiness.  

 

The Rémy Espresso Martini is made with Rémy Martin 1738, coffee liqueur, and espresso. Notes of plum, figs, and dark chocolate found in Rémy Martin 1738 combined with the rich notes in coffee liqueur and espresso create a well-balanced drink perfect for celebrating National Espresso Martini Day.  

 


 

Rémy Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz. Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal 
  • 1 oz. Espresso 
  • ½ oz. coffee liqueur 
  • ½ oz. simple syrup 

Preparation: Shake, strain twice, serve in coupe or Martini glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.

 

 

 

 

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