Ingredients

  • 2 ozvodka
  • 1 ozcoffee liqueur
  • 1 ozfresh espresso(freshly brewed)
  • ½ ozsimple syrup 1:1(optional)
  • 🍋three coffee beans(garnish)

🔧 Tools

fine strainerjiggershakerstrainer

Instructions

  1. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 15 seconds to create a frothy top.
  3. Double strain into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Float three coffee beans on top as garnish.

📜 History

Created by Dick Bradsell in London during the 1980s when a young model asked for something to wake her up. It became iconic in the 90s cocktail renaissance.

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