The Espresso Martini is a relatively modern cocktail that was invented in the late 1980s by British bartender Dick Bradsell. Bradsell created the cocktail while working at the Soho Brasserie in London, when a customer asked for a drink that would "wake me up, and then f*** me up."
The original recipe for the Espresso Martini contained vodka, fresh espresso, Kahlua and sugar syrup. The combination of caffeine and alcohol in the cocktail was an instant hit, and the drink quickly became popular among party-goers and bar hoppers.
Today, the Espresso Martini remains a popular cocktail, and many bartenders have added their own twists to the classic recipe. Some variations use different spirits, such as rum or tequila, while others add additional ingredients, such as chocolate or hazelnut liqueur.
Note: You can adjust the amount of sugar syrup to your preferred level of sweetness. Some recipes call for the addition of cream or milk to create a creamy texture, but this is not part of the classic recipe. Also, feel free to experiment with different coffee beans or roasts to find your preferred flavor profile.
Here is a recipe for a classic Espresso Martini with specs in ml:
Ingredients:
35 ml vodka
50 ml fresh espresso
15 ml Kahlua
5 ml sugar syrup
Coffee beans, for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add the vodka, fresh espresso, Kahlua and sugar syrup.
Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with three coffee beans on top.