Ingredients

  • 2 ozespresso(freshly brewed and cooled)
  • 1 ozsimple syrup(or demerara syrup)
  • 1 ozheavy cream(or oat milk)
  • ½ tspvanilla extract(pure)
  • 1 pinchsalt(fine sea salt)
  • 🍋3 coffee beans(garnish)

🔧 Tools

cocktail shakerjiggerstrainer

Instructions

  1. Add espresso, simple syrup, cream, vanilla extract, and salt to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until the shaker is frosty and well-chilled.
  3. Double-strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  4. Garnish with three coffee beans floated on top.

📜 History

The Espresso Martini Mocktail is a non-alcoholic adaptation of Dick Bradsell's famous 1983 creation. As the mocktail movement gained momentum in the 2010s, bartenders began developing alcohol-free versions of classic cocktails to serve guests who wanted sophisticated drinks without spirits. This version captures the coffee-forward flavor and frothy presentation of the original while using coffee and non-alcoholic ingredients to recreate the experience.

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