Cherry Bakewell Espresso Martini

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coffee.time4 months ago2 min read

Indulge in the delightful fusion of dessert and cocktail with the Cherry Bakewell Espresso Martini. This sophisticated beverage masterfully intertwines the flavors of cherry and almond with robust espresso, creating a cocktail that is both luxurious and energizing. Perfect for an elegant evening, this drink is bound to impress with its rich, complex flavor profile and striking presentation.

Ingredients

☕️ 30ml Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur
🍸 30ml J.J. Whitley Family Distillers Vanilla Vodka
🍒 10ml Heering The Original Cherry Liqueur 1818
🌰 5ml Toschi Amaretto Liqueur
⚪️ 3 dashes Ms. Better's Bitters Aromatic Bitters Batch N°42
☕️ 30ml fresh brewed espresso
❄️ Ice Cubes
🍒 Garnish: Two dark cherries on a cocktail pick

Instructions

1- Prepare Your Shaker:

In a Boston shaker, add 30ml of Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur.
Pour 30ml of J.J. Whitley Family Distillers Vanilla Vodka.
Measure 5ml of Toschi Amaretto Liqueur and add to the shaker.
Add 10ml of Heering Cherry Liqueur.
Sprinkle in 3 dashes of Ms. Better's Bitters from the provided dropper.
Pour 30ml of freshly brewed espresso into the shaker.

2- Shake the Cocktail:

Fill the shaker completely with ice cubes.
Place the top on the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds until breathless to ensure proper integration and froth.

3- Strain and Serve:

Double strain the mixture (using both a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer) into a chilled coupe glass.

4- Garnish:

Spear two dark cherries onto a cocktail pick and lay it across the rim of your coupe glass for an elegant garnish.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: Approximately 220 kcal
Equipment: Boston Shaker, Jigger/measuring tool, Bar Spoon, Dropper for bitters, Strainers (Hawthorne and fine mesh), Coupe glass, Small ceramic mug for espresso, Cocktail pick