Holiday Highlight: National Espresso Martini Day

The Evolution of the Espresso Martini with El Cristiano Tequila

In Celebration of the special holiday, please see the El Cristiano XR Espresso Martini featured – “the world’s most delicious tequila” in what can often be called “the world’s most delicious martini.” While espresso martinis became popular with vodka, the shift to tequila in the last two years has been ever present. El Cristiano, proud to call themselves the world’s most delicious tequila, is additive-free, sustainable and therefore without hangover,  was one of the first brands to promote their varieties with espresso martini, featuring recipes with both their Extra Reposado (XR) and their Extra Anejo (Black Label). In just under two years since launch, they have also already won over 32 awards and accolades, including the Pro%f 2023 Century Award and Chilled 100 Bartender Choice Gold Award.

Served at hospitality favorites such as Wynn Hotels, Soho House, Waldorf Astoria, Margot, Juliet, Wally’s, Javier’s, Rasputine, The Godfrey Hollywood, The Little Nell Aspen, Gomez Mammoth, The Hideaway Beverly Hills, Gracias Madre, and Cold Shoulder Speakeasy, their Espresso Martini XR has been a featured drink at both Ambra in NYC, and Nobu Malibu, to much demand. El Cristiano can be picked up at Total Wines & More nationwide as well as liquor and convenience stores across California, Colorado, Nevada, Florida, Georgia, and New York, plus many more states – continuously added monthly. They are available via online liquor delivery apps in almost every state as well. The XR bottle retails for $110 to note, and their classic reposado at $65, silver at $45 and Extra Anejo for $135.

Tequila

Espresso Martini XR

Ingredients

• 2 oz. El Cristiano XR Extra Reposado
• 1 oz. Espresso (freshly brewed from espresso machine or cold brew concentrate)
• 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
• 1/2 oz. Coffee Liqueur (Kahlua)

Preparation

1. Shake vigorously with ice
2. Serve in a Borough Martini Glass
3. Garnish with a coffee bean

Pictured is XR Extra Reposado El Cristiano and the Espresso Martini XR featuring El Cristiano XR at Nobu Malibu.