About
This cocktail was created by Nikki Irvine (@a_nerd_who_makes_drinks) at The Paddock in Eugene, Oregon, in 2026. It takes the bones of a Martinez and pulls them into Espresso Martini territory. Old Tom gin, sweet vermouth, and maraschino retain the classic’s round, botanical character, while espresso and coffee liqueur bring a roasted edge. Angostura and Boker’s add warm spice.Cheers y’all!
Ingredients
- 1 oz · 30 mlOld Tom gin
- ¾ oz · 22.5 mlsweet vermouth
- ½ oz · 15 mlmaraschino liqueur
- ¼ oz · 7.5 mlcoffee liqueur
- 1 oz · 30 mlespresso
- 2 dashesAngostura bitters
- 2 dashesBoker’s bitters
Method
- 1
Add all ingredients to a shaker tin.
- 2
Add ice and shake until chilled.
- 3
Strain into a chilled coupe.
- 4
Garnish with three espresso beans.
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